Garlic Yogurt Marinated Lamb Shoulder
A flavorful garlic yogurt marinated lamb shoulder that tenderizes the meat and infuses it with spices, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 255 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lamb shoulder
- 1 cup yogurt
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Lamb: Rub this mixture all over the lamb shoulder, ensuring it is well coated.
- Marinate the Lamb: Cover the lamb and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) while the lamb bathes in its flavorful marinade.
- Prepare for Roasting: Place the marinated lamb in a roasting pan and cover it with foil to keep in the moisture during the initial cooking phase.
- Roast the Lamb: Roast for about 3-4 hours, or until the lamb is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Brown the Lamb: Remove the foil in the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow the lamb to brown beautifully.
- Rest and Serve: Let the lamb rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Letting the lamb marinate overnight yields the best flavor. Use high-quality lamb for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 85mg