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Golden Garlic-Honey Confit Lamb Shoulder with Rustic Herb Mustard Glaze

A succulent lamb shoulder confit with golden garlic and honey, finished with a rustic herb mustard glaze that adds a tangy, aromatic crust.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 bone-in lamb shoulder (4–5 lbs)
  • 10 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Season the lamb shoulder generously with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, combine Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey, and olive oil to make the glaze.
  4. Place the lamb shoulder in a roasting pan. Rub the garlic cloves over the meat, then spread the mustard glaze evenly over the surface.
  5. Cover the pan tightly with foil and roast for 4–5 hours, until the lamb is fork-tender.
  6. Increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Remove foil and roast for an additional 15–20 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
  7. Let rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve with pan juices.

Notes

For extra depth, add fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs to the pan before roasting. The confit method keeps the lamb incredibly moist.

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Fat: 42g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Protein: 48g