Lamb shoulder slow-cooked with stout beer recipe

Name: Lamb shoulder slow-cooked with stout beer recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 kg (4.4lbs) lamb shoulder (approx. weight); 2 onions, halved and sliced into wedges; 4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped; 1 large rosemary sprig; 1 bay leaf; 250 ml (8.8fl oz) stout; 60 ml (2.1fl oz) malt vinegar; 250 ml (8.8fl oz) chicken stock; 1 tbsp brown sugar

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 160C.
2
Heat the oil in a flameproof, heavy-based casserole dish over high heat.
3
Cook the lamb, skin side down, for 5 minutes, or until the fat is golden brown.
4
Turn over and cook for another 5 minutes.
5
Strew the onion, garlic, rosemary and bay leaf over the lamb, then season well with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
6
Use a large spoon or tongs to push the ingredients around in the pan, so the onion starts to sizzle in the oil.
7
Cook for 5 minutes, or until the onion smells sweet and just starts to colour.
8
Add the stout, vinegar, stock and sugar.
9
Give the pan a shake to loosen any bits that are stuck.
10
Turn the lamb over a couple of times so the ingredients are well combined.
11
Cover with a tight-fitting lid, then transfer to the oven and bake for 2 1/2-3 hours, or until the lamb easily pulls away from the bone.
12
Remove from the oven, leave to rest for a while, then serve with steamed greens.

1858

kcal

Calories

116

Fat

Carbs

152

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 kg (4.4lbs) lamb shoulder (approx. weight), 2 onions, halved and sliced into wedges, 4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Lamb shoulder slow-cooked with stout beer recipe 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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