Uruguayan Slow Roasted Lamb
A traditional Uruguayan recipe featuring slow roasted lamb with a rich, savory flavor.
Ingredients
- ●1 (1.5kg) lamb shoulderpreferably bone-in
- ●3 cloves roasted garlicminced
- ●1 tsp dried oregano
- ●1 tsp dried thyme
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 2
Season the lamb shoulder with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried thyme.
- 3
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 4
Sear the lamb shoulder until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 5
Transfer the lamb to the preheated oven and roast for 2 1/2 hours, or until tender and falling apart.
- 6
While the lamb is roasting, mix the roasted garlic with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- 7
Remove the lamb from the oven and brush the garlic and olive oil mixture all over the top.
- 8
Return the lamb to the oven and continue roasting for an additional 30 minutes.
- 9
Let the lamb rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
- 10
Serve with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.