Oven-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Herb Sauce
This oven-roasted lamb shoulder is tender, juicy, and packed with aromatic flavors. Slow-roasted to perfection with garlic and herbs, it pairs beautifully with a vibrant herb sauce. Perfect for special occasions or a comforting family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
**For the Lamb:**
– 1 (4-5 lb) lamb shoulder, bone-in
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
– 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
– 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1 tsp smoked paprika
– 1/2 cup white wine or broth
– 1 lemon, juiced
**For the Herb Sauce:**
– 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and lemon juice to form a paste.
3. Rub the mixture all over the lamb shoulder, ensuring it is well coated.
4. Place the lamb in a roasting pan and pour the white wine or broth around it. Cover with foil.
5. Roast for 3.5 to 4 hours, basting occasionally, until the meat is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.
6. Remove the foil for the last 30 minutes to allow the lamb to develop a golden, crispy crust.
7. While the lamb is roasting, prepare the herb sauce by combining parsley, mint, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix well.
8. Let the lamb rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve with the herb sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
– For extra flavor, marinate the lamb overnight in the garlic-herb mixture.
– If using a boneless lamb shoulder, reduce cooking time by 30-45 minutes.
– Serve with roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, or a side of couscous.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg