Slow roast Moroccan lamb shoulder

lamb shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are lower in fat, while pork shoulder is often less expensive.

dried apricots

🥗Healthier: fresh apricots

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh apricots are lower in sugar, while raisins are typically cheaper.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

Score the lamb shoulder to help it absorb flavors.

In an oven bag, combine natural yogurt, cinnamon, cumin, dried oregano, garlic, and lemon.

Place the scored lamb shoulder into the bag with the marinade.

Seal the oven bag and tie it in a knot.

Massage the lamb in the marinade to ensure it's well coated.

Place the bagged lamb shoulder into a foil oven tray and refrigerate overnight.

After marinating, roast the lamb shoulder in the same bag in the oven for about 2 and 1/2 to 3 hours until tender and falling apart.

Open the oven bag to reveal the cooked lamb shoulder, which should be soft and tender.

Plate the lamb shoulder, showcasing its falling-apart texture and beautiful color.

Cooking Techniques

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