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Saffron Honey Roasted Lamb with Caramelized Onions

A flavorful and elegant dish perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners, featuring tender lamb infused with saffron and honey, complemented by sweet caramelized onions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: International, Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lamb and Marinade
  • 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 3 tablespoons honey Adjust for sweetness if desired
  • 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Plus extra for pan
  • Salt to taste Salt
  • Pepper to taste Pepper
Onion Preparation
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh rosemary for garnish Fresh rosemary sprigs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine saffron threads with 3 tablespoons of hot water and let it infuse.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss lamb chunks with olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, then add the saffron infusion.
  4. In a pan, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat, add sliced onions and cook until golden brown and caramelized, about 15 minutes.
Roasting
  1. Spread the caramelized onions in the bottom of a roasting pan, place the marinated lamb on top, add fresh rosemary, cover with foil, and roast for 1.5 to 2 hours.
Serving
  1. Serve the lamb drizzled with pan juices and garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs.

Notes

For best results, reheat leftovers in the oven. This dish can also be made ahead of time.