How to Make Braised Lamb Shoulder Chops - A Step-by-Step Guide

Braised lamb shoulder chops are a classic dish that brings out the rich and savory flavors of the lamb meat. This recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion, as it requires slow cooking to achieve tender and succulent meat. The combination of aromatic herbs, vegetables, and a savory sauce creates a dish that is both comforting and impressive.

Lamb shoulder chops are a great choice for braising because they are flavorful and relatively inexpensive compared to othe...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 pounds lamb shoulder chops, or more to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 small yellow onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season lamb chops with salt and pepper. Sear lamb in hot oil until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove chops to a plate, reserving drippings in the skillet.
  • Sauté onion and garlic in reserved drippings over medium heat until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer lamb chops to a baking dish; add onion mixture. Sprinkle rosemary over chops. Pour beef broth and red wine into the baking dish. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours. Remove lamb chops to a serving platter.
  • Carefully pour liquid from the baking dish into a saucepan. Whisk together water and cornstarch in a bowl until no lumps remain; stir into liquid in the saucepan. Add Worcestershire sauce and cook over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Spoon sauce over lamb chops and serve.
  • Nutrition

    360 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 90mg
    • Sodium: 258mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 35mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 416mg