
This deeply aromatic stew is the kind of slow-cooked comfort food that fills your kitchen with warmth long before it hits the table. Bone-in lamb shoulder sears to a rich, caramelized crust before braising low and slow until it practically falls apart at the touch of a spoon. Ceylon cinnamon, turmeric, and ground ginger weave through the broth in a way that feels ancient and deeply satisfying ā earthy, fragrant, and just a little unexpected. Cremini mushrooms add a meaty depth alongside sweet carrots and parsnips, while bone broth ties everything together into a silky, nourishing base. Soy is notoriously easy to miss in store-bought broths, spice blends, and cooking fats, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. Coconut oil handles the searing beautifully, and using a homemade or clearly labeled AIP-compliant bone broth keeps the whole pot clean from start to finish. A splash of apple cider vinegar lifts the braising liquid and brightens the richness of the lamb without any hidden additives. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and you have a bowl that looks as good as it tastes.
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Pat the lamb pieces thoroughly dry with paper towels and season all over with 1 tsp fine sea salt.
Heat the coconut oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in two batches to avoid crowding, add the lamb and sear undisturbed for 3ā4 minutes per side, until deeply browned on at least two surfaces. Transfer the seared lamb to a plate and set aside.
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