Lamb with Honey
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of tender, caramelized Lamb with Honey, a dish that beautifully balances savory and sweet elements. This recipe features succulent lamb shoulder, coated in a luscious marinade of golden honey, aromatic spices like cumin and cinnamon, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of garlic. Slow-roasted to perfection with fresh rosemary sprigs and a splash of water to keep it moist, the lamb develops a mouthwatering glaze and falls off the bone with ease. Ideal for a cozy dinner or a special occasion, this impressive dish pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables or fluffy rice. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a rich medley of Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lamb shoulder (bone-in or boneless)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Pat the lamb shoulder dry with paper towels, then season it all over with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, garlic, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, and lemon juice.
Place the lamb in a large ovenproof roasting dish, and pour the honey mixture evenly over the lamb.
Add the rosemary sprigs to the dish, and pour 1/2 cup of water around the lamb to keep it moist during cooking.
Cover the roasting dish tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the oven.
Roast in the oven for 1 hour. After the first hour, remove the foil and baste the lamb with the juices from the bottom of the dish.
Return the lamb to the oven uncovered and roast for another 30 minutes, or until the meat is tender and caramelized on the outside.
Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Serve the lamb with the pan juices drizzled on top, alongside your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2755 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.4 g | 270% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.0 g | 385% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 3010 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.7 g | ||
| Protein | 165.2 g | 330% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 2484 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
