Roast Lamb Shoulder With Harissa Apricots Stuffing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
233 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Roast Lamb Shoulder With Harissa Apricots Stuffing
Description
The Roast Lamb Shoulder With Harissa Apricots Stuffing involves preparing a rolled lamb shoulder by stuffing it with diced soft dried apricots combined with a teaspoon of harissa paste. The exterior is rubbed with additional harissa and seasoned with salt. The meat is initially roasted at a high oven temperature (around 400°F) to develop a flavorful crust, then the temperature is lowered for slow roasting based on the lamb's weight, approximately 15 minutes per 500 grams.
The cooking time and oven settings allow the lamb to cook evenly, preserving juiciness and tenderness. Internal temperature checks guide roasting to preferred doneness levels: 45°C for rare, 60°C for medium, and 70°C for well done. Resting the meat for at least 15 minutes post-roasting ensures the juices redistribute.
The harissa and apricot stuffing adds a warm and slightly sweet contrast to the savory lamb, making it a suitable main dish for meals where bold flavors are desired. The recipe balances spicy and fruity elements in the filling and exterior seasoning.
Ingredients
- 500 g lamb shoulder rolled, 1.1 oz
- 1 dried apricots diced, small handful, soft
- 2 tbsp harissa paste divided
- salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to fan assisted 190C / 200C / 400F/ gas 6.
- Mix 1 tsp of harissa with the soft dried apricots and stuff the lamb shoulder.
- Rub the remaining harissa on the lamb and season with salt and place in a baking tray.
- Cook in the oven for 10 mins then reduce the temperature to fan assisted 140C / 160C / 325F / gas 3 and roast for 15 mins per 500g.
- Test your lamb just before the 15 mins are up and roast a little further if the temperature readings are not as you desire (45C for rare, 60C for medium done and 70C for well done,
- (45C for rare, 60C for medium done and 70C for well done).
- Take the meat out and rest it for at least 15 mins before carving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 233 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 233kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 309mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 554mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 245IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2.4mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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