Confit Lamb Shoulder Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
• STEP 2.Season the lamb shoulder with salt, pepper, and your choice of herbs and spices.
• STEP 3.Place the lamb shoulder in a deep baking dish and cover it with rendered lamb fat or olive oil.
• STEP 4.Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.
• STEP 5.Cook the lamb shoulder for 4-5 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
• STEP 6.Remove the lamb shoulder from the oven and let it cool slightly.
• STEP 7.Once cooled, shred the meat using two forks.
• STEP 8.Serve the confit lamb shoulder with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• You can render lamb fat by slowly cooking lamb trimmings in a pan until the fat melts.
• If you don't have lamb fat, you can use olive oil instead.
• For added flavor, you can marinate the lamb shoulder overnight in a mixture of herbs, spices, and olive oil before cooking.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover confit lamb shoulder can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the lamb in a baking dish and cover it with foil. Heat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes, or until warmed through.
• Serve the confit lamb shoulder as a main course with roasted vegetables, or use it as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.