Slow-Simmered Lamb with Tomato and Cinnamon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

A rich and aromatic lamb stew slowly cooked with tomatoes, warm cinnamon, and earthy spices, perfect for a comforting dinner. This Greek recipe, ready in about 135 minutes, pairs lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes, extra virgin olive oil, yellow 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

• 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large, diced yellow onion
• 5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 14 oz can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup water
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs of 1-inch cubed lamb shoulder and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove lamb and set aside.
2. Step 2: Reduce heat to medium and add 1 large diced yellow onion to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
3. Step 3: Add 5 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tsp ground cumin to the onions. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Return the browned lamb to the pot. Stir in 14 oz crushed tomatoes, 1 cup water, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the lamb is tender and the sauce thickens.
6. Step 6: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley just before serving to brighten the flavors.