Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder with Bush Tomato and Wattleseed Jus
Succulent slow-cooked lamb shoulder served with a rich jus infused with bush tomatoes and wattleseed for an earthy Australian twist. This australian-inspired slow cooker ready in about 260 minutes pairs bone-in lamb shoulder, olive oil, large, chopped onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg, bone-in lamb shoulder
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, chopped onion
- 2 medium, chopped carrots
- 2, chopped celery stalks
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup, soaked in warm water for 20 minutes and drained dried bush tomatoes
- 1 tbsp, ground wattleseed
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof pot over medium-high heat. Season 1.5 kg lamb shoulder with 2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper, then sear on all sides until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove lamb and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 chopped large onion, 2 chopped medium carrots, 2 chopped celery stalks, and 4 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1/2 cup soaked and drained dried bush tomatoes and 1 tbsp ground wattleseed, stirring for 2 minutes to release aromas.
- Step 4: Pour in 2 cups beef stock and 1 cup red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze and combine flavors.
- Step 5: Return the lamb shoulder to the pot along with 2 sprigs fresh rosemary. Cover the pot with a tight lid and transfer to the oven.
- Step 6: Slow cook for 3.5 to 4 hours until the lamb is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Step 7: Remove lamb and strain the cooking liquid. Reduce the liquid over medium heat until slightly thickened to create the bush tomato and wattleseed jus. Serve the lamb drizzled with the jus.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder with Bush Tomato and Wattleseed Jus take to make?
Total time is about 260 minutes (20 min prep + 240 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder with Bush Tomato and Wattleseed Jus?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in lamb shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder with Bush Tomato and Wattleseed Jus?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder with Bush Tomato and Wattleseed Jus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder with Bush Tomato and Wattleseed Jus?
Australian slow cooker like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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