Warm, deeply aromatic, and built on genuinely bold flavors, this lamb stew is the kind of pot that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible from the first sear. Fresh orange juice and orange zest bring a bright citrus backbone, while tart cranberries slowly melt into the broth and create a sauce that's rich without being heavy. Ceylon cinnamon, turmeric, fresh ginger, and whole herb sprigs do all the heavy lifting here ā every bit of flavor comes from real, whole ingredients you can see and name. That matters a lot when you're trying to avoid the synthetic flavor compounds that sneak into so many packaged broths, spice blends, and store-bought stews. Bone broth, coconut oil, apple cider vinegar, and honey round out the base in the most straightforward way possible, so there's nothing mysterious in the pot. Chunks of carrot and parsnip soak up the braising liquid as they cook, turning tender and subtly sweet alongside the fork-tender lamb. It's a genuinely satisfying cold-weather meal that earns every bit of its depth the honest way.
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2 lb boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
1 tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp ceylon cinnamon
1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 large oranges)
1 tbsp orange zest
2 cups bone broth
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey
3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
3 sprigs fresh thyme
For serving
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1
Pat the lamb cubes dry with paper towels and season all over with 1 tsp salt.
2
Heat the coconut oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in two batches to avoid crowding, add the lamb in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 3ā4 minutes per side, until deeply browned on at least two sides. Transfer the seared lamb to a plate and repeat with the remaining pieces.
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