Description
Lemon Herb Lamb One-Pot Recipe with Fresh Herbs. This dish is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavors that dance together in harmony. The zesty lemon, fragrant herbs, and tender lamb create a symphony that warms the heart and fills the belly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Marinate the lamb with olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon zest for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add marinated lamb to the pot and brown it for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in sliced carrots, celery, and halved cherry tomatoes, mixing well.
- Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and lemon juice, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the lamb is tender.
Notes
- Quality lamb is essential for a tender stew.
- Fresh herbs enhance the flavor significantly.
- Adjust the consistency with more broth if needed.
- Let the stew rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g