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Garlic Honey Mustard Confit Lamb Shoulder Recipe

Garlic Honey Mustard Confit Lamb Shoulder Recipe

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Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Garlic Honey Mustard Confit Lamb Shoulder, a dish that turns an ordinary meal into a culinary celebration. The succulent lamb shoulder is slow-cooked to tender perfection, infused with the aromatic essence of garlic, sweet honey, and zesty Dijon mustard. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, effortlessly combining gourmet taste with simple preparation. As the lamb roasts, the flavors meld beautifully, creating a mouthwatering centerpiece that will impress your guests and leave them asking for more.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 34 lb bone-in lamb shoulder
  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from the lamb shoulder and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté smashed garlic in olive oil until fragrant but not browned; remove from heat.
  3. Combine Dijon mustard and honey in a bowl; stir in sautéed garlic.
  4. Coat the lamb shoulder with the garlic-honey mustard mixture.
  5. Place the lamb in a roasting pan; pour chicken broth around it and tuck in rosemary, thyme, and bay leaf.
  6. Cover tightly with foil and roast at 300°F (150°C) for about 4 hours or until fork-tender.
  7. Allow to rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Global

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe (approximately 170g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg