Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Herb and Garlic Rub

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Tender, slow-roasted lamb shoulder coated in a fragrant garlic and fresh herb rub, yielding juicy meat that falls apart beautifully. This Mediterranean-inspired Hanukkah recipe, ready in about 255 minutes, pairs bone-in lamb shoulder, garlic cloves, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 8, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 240 min Serves 8 Mediterranean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). In a small bowl, combine 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, 2 tbsp fresh thyme, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp lemon zest to form a paste.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry the 4 lb bone-in lamb shoulder with paper towels. Rub the garlic and herb paste all over the lamb, pressing it into the crevices.
  3. Step 3: Place the lamb on a roasting rack in a shallow roasting pan. Cover loosely with foil and roast for 3.5 to 4 hours, until the meat is fork-tender and an internal temperature of 195°F is reached.
  4. Step 4: Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes to allow the exterior to brown and develop a crust.
  5. Step 5: Transfer lamb to a cutting board and let rest for 20 minutes before carving. Serve with pan juices or your favorite sides.

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