Lamb is one of my favorite proteins - it tastes slightly sweet and has a tender, juicy texture.
I put together my top ten delicious lamb recipes to inspire everything from quick weeknight meals to slow-cooked masterpieces.
While lamb is often reserved for special occasions, these recipes show that it's perfect for any day of the week.
These 10 incredibly simple lamb recipes will take your mid-week meals to a new level of sophistication.
Boneless Leg of Lamb Recipe
This roasted Boneless Leg of Lamb recipe is very easy to make, requires minimum effort, and will give you the most flavorful lamb roast each time.
The versatility of this succulent cut of meat allows you to serve it at a Christmas dinner, Easter celebrations, or a casual weeknight meal.
To learn more: Boneless Leg of Lamb Recipe
Sac Kavurma - Turkish Lamb Saute
Sac Kavurma (Turkish Lamb Sauté) is a simple yet delicious Turkish dish made by sautéing the lamb with onions, peppers, tomatoes, and spices over high heat.
is traditionally cooked in a shallow two-handled pan called "sac" which has its origins in the cooking utensils used by nomad Turks.
But don't worry if you don't have a sac pan, you can still make saç kavurma using an Asian wok to create high heat and sear the meat in its own fat.
To learn more: Sac Kavurma (Turkish Lamb Sauté)
Slow Cooked Lamb with Apricots
This succulent and incredibly flavourful Slow Cooked Lamb Tagine is a combination of lamb, apricots, squash, and exotic spices.
It is traditionally cooked in an earthenware pot called "tagine" which is designed to retain the steam while cooking.
If you don’t have a tagine pot you can still enjoy this healthy Moroccan lamb stew by using a Dutch oven or a slow cooker.
To learn more: Slow Cooked Lamb Tagine with Apricots
Kuzu Tandir Kebab - Turkish Roasted Lamb
Kuzu Tandır Kebab is a delicious slow-cooked Turkish Roasted Lamb dish traditionally cooked in a clay "tandır oven" for long hours, until fork tender.
With this simple recipe, you can easily make this special lamb dish at home with only a few ingredients and 10 minutes of preparation.
To learn more: Kuzu Tandir Kebab - Turkish Roasted Lamb
Turkish Lamb Casserole - Kuzu Guvec
Kuzu Guvec is a Turkish Lamb Casserole dish made with lamb and vegetables slowly cooked in an earthenware pot.
Same as Baked Prawns (Karides Guvec), this authentic dish has rich, earthy, and smoky aromas, and is low in calories, nutritious and gluten-free.
Although lamb is traditionally used to make this delicious stew, you can also use chicken, beef, or fish.
To learn more: Kuzu Guvec - Turkish Lamb Casserole
Lamb Shish Kebab
Lamb Shish Kebab (or Shish Kabob) is a very popular Turkish / Middle Eastern dish typically served in restaurants or takeaway kebab shops.
This simple recipe explains how to make your homemade version of this lamb kebabs from scratch with a few ingredients.
Not only it's so easy to make them, but these Turkish Lamb Kebabs also deliver the best flavors.
To learn more: Lamb Shish Kebab
Braised Lamb Ragu Recipe
This authentic Italian Braised Lamb Ragu recipe is super easy to make and packed with flavors everyone will love.
It is rich, hearty, and meaty-ultimate comfort food for lazy weekends or special occasions such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Easter.
To learn more: Braised Lamb Ragu
Turkish Grilled Lamb Kofte - Izgara Kofte
Grilled Lamb Kofta (Izgara Kofte in Turkish) is one of the most popular street foods in Turkey made with minced lamb and aromatic spices such as coriander and paprika.
It is extremely easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients and some basic cooking skills.
These extremely delicious and juicy lamb kofta kebabs are traditionally cooked over charcoal but you can cook them on a gas BBQ, on the stove, or even in the oven grill.
To learn more: Turkish Grilled Lamb Kofta - Izgara Kofte
Moroccan Harirra Lamb and Chickpeas Soup
Moroccan Harira Soup is a hearty and delicious combination of lamb or veal, lentils, and chickpeas.
It is typically served during the Holy month of Ramadan to break the fast (Iftar) after a long day of fasting.
Packed with healthy, filling, and super flavorful ingredients, this Moroccan soup is considered a meal itself.
To learn more: Moroccan Harirra Lamb Soup
Slow-Cooked Lamb Shoulder
This tender, moist, and flavorsome Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder is extremely easy to make with a little preparation.
You can make the perfect lamb roast every single time with my few simple tips.
This Roast Lamb Shoulder will be an amazing centerpiece whether it is for a Sunday Roast dinner or for a special occasion such as Thanksgiving or Easter.
To learn more: Slow Cooked lamb Shoulder
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