Parmesan Crusted Lamb With Glazed Carrots Recipe

Name: Parmesan Crusted Lamb With Glazed Carrots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 1/2 lb rolled and boned lamb shoulder; 6 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for greasing; 20 sprigs thyme, leaves picked and chopped; 2 tbsp parsley, roughly chopped; 5 None garlic cloves, chopped; 1 None lemon, zest and juice, plus lemon slices to serve; 3/4 cup Parmesan, finely grated; 5 cups carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 tbsp butter; 1 None leek, thinly sliced; 1 tbsp sugar; None None roasted new potatoes, to serve (optional)

Servings: persons

5 1/2 lb rolled and boned lamb shoulder
6 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for greasing
20 sprigs thyme, leaves picked and chopped
2 tbsp parsley, roughly chopped
5 None garlic cloves, chopped
1 None lemon, zest and juice, plus lemon slices to serve
3/4 cup Parmesan, finely grated
5 cups carrots, peeled and sliced
2 tbsp butter
1 None leek, thinly sliced
1 tbsp sugar
None None roasted new potatoes, to serve (optional)

1
Preheat the oven to 450u00b0F. Place the lamb shoulder in a greased baking pan, brush with 3 tbsp of the olive oil. Transfer to the oven and cook for 15 mins to brown.
2
Reduce the heat to 325u00b0F and roast for 2 hours.
3
In a bowl, mix the thyme, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice and Parmesan with the remaining olive oil.
4
Remove the lamb from the oven and press the herb mixture on top. Turn up the heat to 400u00b0F and cook for 20 mins until the crust has browned and the lamb is cooked to your liking.
5
Meanwhile boil the carrots for 5 mins. Drain. Heat the butter in a frying pan, add the leek and cook for 3-5 mins until softened. Add the carrots to the pan with the sugar, toss until coated in the butter the sugar has dissolved. Place on a serving platter with the lamb and lemon slices. Serve with roasted new potatoes, if desired.

2523

kcal

Calories

165

Fat

Carbs

176

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 1/2 lb rolled and boned lamb shoulder, 6 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for greasing, 20 sprigs thyme, leaves picked and chopped, 2 tbsp parsley, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Parmesan Crusted Lamb With Glazed Carrots 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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Parmesan Crusted Lamb With Glazed Carrots

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