Braised Lamb With Red Wine, Coffee, And Cardamom

Name: Braised Lamb With Red Wine, Coffee, And Cardamom
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup whole green cardamom pods; 1 (750 ml) bottle dry red wine; 1 (750 ml) bottle dry white wine; 1/2 cup honey, divided; 1/2 cup whole espresso beans; 15 garlic cloves; 10 small sardines packed in oil, drained (from 3.75 ounce can); 8 fresh thyme sprigs; 1 lemon peel, removed in strips with vegetable peeler; 7 lbs lamb shoulder, boned, rolled, tied; 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided; 1/4 cup 1/2 stick butter; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

Servings: persons

1/2 cup whole green cardamom pods
1 (750 ml) bottle dry red wine
1 (750 ml) bottle dry white wine
1/2 cup honey, divided
1/2 cup whole espresso beans
15 garlic cloves
10 small sardines packed in oil, drained (from 3.75 ounce can)
8 fresh thyme sprigs
1 lemon peel, removed in strips with vegetable peeler
7 lbs lamb shoulder, boned, rolled, tied
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1/4 cup 1/2 stick butter
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

1
["Stir cardamom in large saucepan over medium-high heat until golden, about 4 minutes. Add all wine, 1/4 cup honey, and next 5 ingredients; bring to boil. Boil 10 minutes. Cool marinade.", "2 Place lamb and marinade in resealable plastic bag. Chill overnight.", "3 Preheat oven to 350u00b0F Remove lamb from marinade, reserving marinade with spices. Pat lamb dry; sprinkle with 3 tablespoons flour, salt, and pepper. Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add lamb; brown well, about 8 minutes. Pour marinade with spices over lamb and bring to boil. Cover pot; bake lamb until tender, turning occasionally, about 2 hours 15 minutes. Transfer lamb to platter; cut off stirng.", "4 Strain lamb cooking liquid into large bowl; spoon off fat, reserving 2 tablespoons fat in small bowl. Mix 2 tablespoons flour into reserved fat. Return cooking liquid to pot and bring to boil. Mix in 1/4 cup honey. Whisk in flour mixture. Boil 5 minutes. Mix in chopped thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Slice lamb; serve with sauce."]

4728

kcal

Calories

333

Fat

220

Carbs

238

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup whole green cardamom pods, 1 (750 ml) bottle dry red wine, 1 (750 ml) bottle dry white wine, 1/2 cup honey, divided, and more.

Yes, Braised Lamb With Red Wine, Coffee, And Cardamom falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!