Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Braised Lamb Neck with Lemon, Olives & Warm Spices. This slow-cooked dish transforms tender lamb neck into a hearty feast, enhanced by the bright acidity of lemon and the briny notes of olives. As it simmers, an array of warm spices infuses each bite with rich flavor, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. With straightforward preparation steps, you can enjoy more time at the table and less time in the kitchen. Serve this aromatic dish over creamy polenta or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. It’s a simple yet impressive recipe that is sure to delight everyone at your table.
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 grape juice or water
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season lamb slices with salt and pepper; sear until browned on all sides (4-5 minutes per side). Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté sliced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in preserved lemon quarters and green olives along with spices: cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cinnamon, bay leaves.
- Return lamb to the pot and pour in dry white grape juice or water to deglaze. Bring to a simmer and cover tightly.
- Reduce heat to low and braise for 2-3 hours until lamb is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg