Warm, deeply aromatic, and built for slow cooking, this lamb stew layers tart apple, pomegranate juice, and earthy sage into something that tastes like it took far more effort than it did. Bone-in lamb shoulder is seared in coconut oil until deeply browned, then braised low and slow with carrots, parsnips, bone broth, and a fragrant blend of turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, and fresh ginger — every single ingredient is naturally free of dairy, so there's nothing to swap or second-guess. The pomegranate juice and apple cider vinegar bring a gentle brightness that keeps the richness of the lamb from feeling heavy, while the Granny Smith apples added near the end melt into the broth and add a subtle sweetness that ties everything together. Fresh sage stirred in during the final simmer gives the whole pot a herby, almost floral depth that makes this feel genuinely special. It's the kind of stew that fills the kitchen with an incredible smell and tastes even better than it looks ladled into a bowl. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a little color and a clean finish — simple, but it works.
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2 lb bone-in lamb shoulder, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium tart apples (such as granny smith), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
¼ cup pomegranate juice
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 cups bone broth
1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
½ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced
For serving
1 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
1
Pat the lamb pieces thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season all over with 1 tsp fine sea 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 pieces and sear undisturbed for 3–4 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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