Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Braised Lamb Neck with Lemon, Olives & Warm Spices. This dish features succulent lamb neck slices slow-cooked to perfection, infused with zesty lemon, briny olives, and a medley of aromatic spices. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, it offers a rich tapestry of flavors and textures that are sure to impress. The one-pot cooking method ensures easy preparation and cleanup, making it a hassle-free choice for any occasion. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lbs lamb neck slices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely sliced
- 6 garlic cloves, smashed
- 1 preserved lemon, quartered
- 3/4 cup green olives, pitted
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Sear the lamb neck slices in olive oil until browned. Remove from pot.
- Sauté onions and garlic in the same pot until softened; add preserved lemon.
- Mix in spices and return lamb to the pot with olives.
- Deglaze with white wine or water; cover and braise on low heat for 2-3 hours.
- Let rest before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg