Jul 14 2026
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Braised Lamb Recipe

Inspired by On Swann
Time3h
Serves6

hummus | hazelnut dukkah | pita

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Ingredients

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Braised Lamb

Hummus

Hazelnut Dukkah

Pita

Method

Braised Lamb

  1. 1

    Sear the Lamb

    In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season lamb shoulder with salt and black pepper. Sear the lamb on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the lamb and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same pot, add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Liquids

    Add the diced tomatoes, red wine, and broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.

  4. 4

    Combine and Simmer

    Return the lamb to the pot. Add rosemary and thyme sprigs. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the lamb is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove the lamb from the pot and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with the braising liquid.

Hummus

  1. 6

    Blend Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and water. Blend until smooth.

  2. 7

    Adjust Consistency

    If the hummus is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

  3. 8

    Garnish

    Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika before serving.

Hazelnut Dukkah

  1. 9

    Toast Nuts and Seeds

    In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast hazelnuts, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and sesame seeds until fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Allow to cool.

  2. 10

    Grind Ingredients

    In a food processor, pulse the toasted ingredients along with salt until they are coarsely ground. Do not over-process; you want some texture.

  3. 11

    Serve

    Transfer the dukkah to a bowl and serve alongside the braised lamb and hummus.

Pita

  1. 12

    Warm Pita

    Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes on each side until soft and pliable.

  2. 13

    Serve

    Cut the pita into wedges and serve alongside the braised lamb, hummus, and hazelnut dukkah.

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