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Ultimate Roast Lamb Shoulder (12-Hour)

This cozy lamb shoulder cooks low and slow for 12 hours until tender and juicy. Made with garlic, herbs, and veggies, it's perfect for family dinners and makes great leftovers too.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lamb Shoulder
  • 1 whole lamb shoulder bone-in, approx. 4-5 lbs
  • 6 cloves garlic peeled and slightly crushed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Vegetable Base
  • 2 onions quartered
  • 3 carrots cut into chunks
  • 2 cups chicken broth or water

Equipment

  • Roasting Pan
  • Foil
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. Pat lamb shoulder dry. Rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Press garlic and fresh herbs onto the lamb.
  4. Place onions and carrots in a roasting pan. Set lamb on top.
  5. Pour chicken broth or water into the pan. Cover tightly with foil.
  6. Roast for 12 hours. Do not open the oven.
  7. Uncover in the last 30 minutes to brown the top.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Turn this into a Greek-inspired version by adding lemon slices and oregano. Use leftovers in wraps, bowls, or stews. Slow cooking ensures even beginners can’t go wrong with this recipe.