Turkey Free Maple & Cinnamon Lamb Stew
Warm, deeply aromatic, and built around tender braised lamb, this stew is the kind of cold-weather comfort food that earns a permanent spot in your rotation. Searing the lamb shoulder in coconut oil before the long, slow simmer creates a rich, caramelized base that carries every other flavor in the pot. Ceylon cinnamon and turmeric give the broth a gently spiced warmth, while maple syrup and apple cider vinegar balance each other into something surprisingly complex ā sweet, tangy, and savory all at once. Chunky carrots, parsnips, and sweet potato soak up the broth as they cook, turning the whole thing into a hearty, satisfying one-pot meal. Fresh rosemary and thyme steep through the simmer and get pulled out before serving, leaving behind their fragrance without any fuss. For anyone steering clear of poultry, this recipe leans fully into lamb as the star protein, so there's no substitution awkwardness or label-reading required ā just straightforward, honest ingredients from start to finish.
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4 servings
- 2 lb boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1.5-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, finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 3 cups bone broth
- 2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the lamb cubes dry with paper towels and season all over with the 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 set aside.
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