Description
A comforting dish featuring tender lamb neck braised with lemon, olives, and warm spices, perfect for cozy evenings and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs lamb neck
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup olives, pitted and halved
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons coriander
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (like parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the lamb neck with salt and pepper. Sear it in the pot until browned on all sides (about 4-5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add 1 chopped onion and 4 minced garlic cloves. Sauté until softened (2-3 minutes).
- Add 2 teaspoons each of cumin and coriander, and stir for an additional minute to release their flavors.
- Incorporate the zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1 cup chicken broth, and 1 cup halved olives, stirring to combine.
- Return the lamb to the pot, cover, and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
- Transfer the pot to the preheated oven. Braise for 120-180 minutes, or until the lamb is tender and falling off the bone.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
Perfect for gatherings and pairs well with creamy mashed potatoes or couscous. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg