Lamb with Preserved Lemons
Lamb with Preserved Lemons is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 300°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 300°F.
Sprinkle lamb all over with coarse salt and pepper.
Arrange in single layer in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
Combine onions, lemons, garlic, 3 tablespoons cilantro, and cumin seeds in processor.
Blend to smooth puree.
Add 2/3 cup water and blend again.
Pour puree evenly over lamb.
Stir briefly to coat lamb with puree.
Scatter butter evenly over.
Bake lamb, uncovered, until very tender, 4 to 4 1/2 hours.
Using slotted spoon, transfer lamb to bowl.
Tilt baking dish and spoon off fat from surface of sauce.
Return lamb to sauce; stir to blend.
Season stew to taste with salt and pepper. do ahead Can be made 2 days ahead.
Chill stew, uncovered, until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated.
Rewarm, covered, in 350°F oven 30 minutes.
Sprinkle lamb with additional chopped cilantro and serve.
Lemons soaked in salt and lemon juice for several weeks; available at specialty foods stores and Middle Eastern markets, and from igourmet.com.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.