Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Middle Eastern Spice Rub

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-22 · Updated 2026-05-22

Tender slow-roasted lamb shoulder infused with warm Middle Eastern spices and a crisp, flavorful crust. This Middle Eastern-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 225 minutes, pairs bone-in lamb shoulder, ground cumin, ground coriander for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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

• 4 lbs bone-in lamb shoulder
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. In a small bowl, combine 2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Rub 3 tbsp olive oil evenly over 4 lbs bone-in lamb shoulder. Sprinkle the spice mix all over the lamb, pressing gently to adhere.
3. Step 3: Place lamb in a roasting pan and roast uncovered for 3 to 3.5 hours until the meat is fork-tender and internal temperature reaches 195°F.
4. Step 4: Remove lamb from oven and drizzle 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice over the top. Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing against the grain to serve.