Jul 13 2026

Wood Fired Lamb Ribs Recipe

Time3h
Serves4

domestic colorado lamb / slow braised / calabrian chili pan sauce / blistered tomato / arugula / creamy polenta

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Ingredients

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Lamb Ribs

Blistered Tomatoes

Creamy Polenta

Arugula

Method

Lamb Ribs Preparation

  1. 1

    Season the Ribs

    Preheat your wood-fired oven to 300°F (150°C). Season the lamb ribs with salt and black pepper on all sides.

  2. 2

    Sear the Ribs

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the lamb ribs for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.

  3. 3

    Braised Cooking

    Remove the ribs from the skillet and add minced garlic and Calabrian chili paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes. Add chicken broth and return the ribs to the skillet. Bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Transfer to Oven

    Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and place it in the preheated wood-fired oven. Cook for approximately 2-3 hours until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

Blistered Tomatoes

  1. 5

    Prepare Tomatoes

    While the ribs are cooking, toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

  2. 6

    Blister Tomatoes

    Place the tomatoes on a baking tray and roast in the wood-fired oven for about 15-20 minutes until they are blistered and slightly charred.

Creamy Polenta

  1. 7

    Cook Polenta

    In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add salt and slowly whisk in the polenta.

  2. 8

    Stir and Simmer

    Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for about 20-25 minutes until thickened and creamy.

  3. 9

    Finish Polenta

    Remove from heat and stir in butter and grated Parmesan cheese until fully incorporated.

Assembly

  1. 10

    Plate the Dish

    On a large serving platter, spread a layer of creamy polenta, top with the braised lamb ribs, drizzle with the Calabrian chili pan sauce, and garnish with blistered tomatoes and fresh arugula.

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