Lamb M’hammar

Ingredients

What you’ll need

• 3 lbs bone-in lamb shanks or shoulder
• 3 large onions (chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp ginger
• 1 tbsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• pinch of saffron
• 2 tbsp smen (aged butter) or butter
• salt, pepper

Method

How it comes together

1. 1

   Simmer: Combine lamb, onions, garlic, spices, smen, and 4 cups water. Simmer covered on low (190°F / 88°C) for 2 to 2.5 hours until tender.

2. 2

   Roast: Transfer lamb to a baking dish, brush with butter, and roast at 425°F (218°C) for 15-20 minutes until deeply caramelized.

3. 3

   Serve: Reduce remaining broth into a thick caramelized gravy and pour over the roasted lamb.