Fez-Style Roast Lamb Shoulder Recipe

Name: Fez-Style Roast Lamb Shoulder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads; 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature; 10 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tablespoon ground cumin, plus more for serving; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; One 5-pound bone-in lamb shoulder, fat scored at 1/2-inch intervals; Kosher salt; 1 cup dry rose wine or water; Harissa, for serving

Servings: persons

1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature
10 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon ground cumin, plus more for serving
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground ginger
One 5-pound bone-in lamb shoulder, fat scored at 1/2-inch intervals
Kosher salt
1 cup dry rose wine or water
Harissa, for serving

1
Preheat the oven to 425.
2
In a small skillet, toast the saffron over low heat just until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
3
Transfer the saffron to a small bowl and crumble between your fingers.
4
Add the butter, garlic, the 1 tablespoon of cumin, the coriander, turmeric and ginger and mix well.
5
Set the lamb in a large baking dish fat side up and rub all over with the spiced butter.
6
Season with salt and roast for about 30 minutes, until the meat is golden brown.
7
Reduce the oven temperature to 325.
8
Add the rose to the baking dish, cover with foil and roast for about 3 hours longer, basting occasionally, until the lamb is falling-off-the-bone tender.
9
Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes.
10
Carve and serve with harissa and cumin for dipping.

594

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature, 10 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, plus more for serving, and more.

Yes, Fez-Style Roast Lamb Shoulder 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.

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Fez-Style Roast Lamb Shoulder

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