Slow Grilled Smoked Lamb Shoulder Recipe

Name: Slow Grilled Smoked Lamb Shoulder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: IngredientsIMG_9529; 5 lb lamb shoulder bone-in; 4-6 medium cloves garlic; Two thumbs of fresh ginger (two pieces each the size of your thumb); 2 tsp salt; 1/2 tbsp paprika or 1 tbsp chilli flakes if you want this spicy; 1 tbsp ground turmeric; 1 tbsp whole all spice; 1 tbsp whole cumin or half ground cumin; 1 tbsp whole black pepper or half ground black pepper; Juice of half a large juicy lemon; 2 tbsp olive oil

Servings: persons

IngredientsIMG_9529
5 lb lamb shoulder bone-in
4-6 medium cloves garlic
Two thumbs of fresh ginger (two pieces each the size of your thumb)
2 tsp salt
1/2 tbsp paprika or 1 tbsp chilli flakes if you want this spicy
1 tbsp ground turmeric
1 tbsp whole all spice
1 tbsp whole cumin or half ground cumin
1 tbsp whole black pepper or half ground black pepper
Juice of half a large juicy lemon
2 tbsp olive oil

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Prepare the lamb shoulder by removing any of the silverskin. Leaving this on will leave a tough inedible covering. Using a paper towel helps to grip it.IMG_9343
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Score alongside the bonesIMG_9349
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On the top side score a diamond patternIMG_9350
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Take all the whole dry spices and place in a food processor and grind
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Peel the ginger and add to the food processor with the garlic cloves
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Add the lemon juice and olive oil
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Add the rest of the spices
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Slather the mixture evenly all over the lambIMG_9356
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Cover and let this sit in your fridge overnightIMG_9359
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The next day, remove from the fridge at least an hour before cooking. Do not go straight from fridge to BBQ.
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Smoke is optional, but if you are going to do it, put soak your wood chips for 30 minutes.
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Drain and place in a aluminum foil pack. Stab the pack a few times and place on top of your BBQ burner under the grate.
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Fire up your BBQ and when it's up to temperature, you want to use indirect slow heat, so turn off one of the burners.
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Place the lamb shoulder bone side down above the burner that is off.
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Keep an eye and make sure the temperature does not go over 325u00b0F.
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After two and a half hours, remove and let rest under a tent of foil for at least 10 minutes.IMG_9369
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Carve, serve and enjoy!
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1914

kcal

Calories

128

Fat

Carbs

149

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: IngredientsIMG_9529, 5 lb lamb shoulder bone-in, 4-6 medium cloves garlic, Two thumbs of fresh ginger (two pieces each the size of your thumb), and more.

Yes, Slow Grilled Smoked 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Slow Grilled Smoked Lamb Shoulder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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