Chipotle and Orange Slow-cooked Lamb Shoulder

We present to you a recipe for baked lamb shoulder using a combination of flavors inspired by South America. The lamb is slowly cooked in the oven to preserve the juices and obtain a very tender meat.

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Tips for making a delicious chipotle and orange lamb shoulder: 

• The marinade should be salty to taste (not overly salty). 

• The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the lamb shoulder ( for 2 kg, about 3 to 4 hours total). 

• Cook covered to slow cook the lamb (and preserve moisture). Then, cook it uncovered to roast it (to give it a nice color). 

• Serve and decorate with slices of orange and parsley. 

Ingredients to make the chipotle and orange lamb shoulder

• Chipotle: For a smoky and spicy flavor profile. We used canned chipotle. Add more chipotle peppers and juice for a spicier meal. We only used one for dinner to be kids-friendly. However, use 2 to 3 peppers and some of the liquid if spiciness is of no concern. 

• Orange: Aromatic and sweet to complement chipotle's smokiness. 

• Mustard and vinegar: Helps the marinade penetrate the meat and counterbalance the sweetness from the orange and maple syrup. 

• Onion, garlic, parsley, bay leaves, coriander: To add flavor and aromas. 

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How to make chipotle and orange lamb shoulder?

1. Prepare the marinade: Blend garlic, onion, parsley, bay leaves, coriander, mustard, balsamic vinegar, chipotle, orange, and salt (to taste). 

2. Marinade and massage the meat: Make incisions on the shoulder and rub the lamb with the marinade. Cover all surfaces and inside the incisions. 

3. Cook the lamb shoulder: Cook covered until tender and then roast. 

4. Garnish with oranges and parsley. 

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Chipotle and Orange Slow-cooked Lamb Shoulder

Yield: 8

Author: mddolce

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 3 HourTotal time: 3 H & 5 M

Ingredients

• 2 kg lamb shoulder
• 3 bay leaves
• 1 onion
• 5 garlic cloves
• 1/2 tbsp of coriander seeds
• 1/2 cup of fresh parsley (packed)
• 1 to 2 chipotle peppers (canned)
• 1 large juicy orange
• 1.5 tablespoons of dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of maple syrup ( or 1/2 tablespoon of honey)
• 1/4 cup water
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Set oven to 350 F.
2. Add bay leaves, peeled onion, peeled garlic, coriander seeds, parsley, chipotle pepper, the juice of an orange, mustard, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, 1/4 cup of water, and 1 to 2 tsp of salt. Blend. Taste the mixture and add salt to taste. Add more water if needed for blending, but make sure the marinade is not overly watery so it can stick to the meat.
3. Rinse and pat dry the lamb shoulder. Sprinkle a bit of salt on both sides of the lamb shoulder. Cover with half of the marinade and make incisions in the meaty part of the lamb shoulder.
4. Cover with aluminum foil ad bake for about 3 hours. Place on the top rack of the oven.
5. Add more marinade on top (where the incisions are). Bake uncovered at 380 F for 30 minutes to 1 hour or until dark brown.

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