Mushroom Free Pomegranate, Apple & Sage Lamb Stew
Hearty, warming, and deeply aromatic, this lamb stew layers tart apple, pomegranate juice, and fresh sage into a braise that feels both ancient and completely craveable. Bone-in lamb shoulder is seared until deeply browned before slow-simmering with carrots, parsnips, and a fragrant blend of turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, and ginger — building a broth that is rich without being heavy. The pomegranate juice and apple cider vinegar bring a gentle brightness that cuts through the fattiness of the lamb in the best possible way. Stews like this can sometimes sneak in mushrooms or mushroom-based stocks for depth, but every bit of savory complexity here comes from the bone broth, the spices, and that long, patient simmer. Chunks of Granny Smith apple go in toward the end, softening just enough to melt into the sauce while still holding their shape. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end keeps things lively and a little green. This is the kind of pot you want on the stove on a cold afternoon, filling the whole kitchen with something that smells like it took far more effort than it actually did.
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4 servings
For the stew
- 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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