Nightshade Free Pomegranate, Apple & Sage Lamb Stew
Hearty, warming, and deeply aromatic, this lamb stew is the kind of dish that makes a cold evening feel like a celebration. Bone-in lamb shoulder is seared until deeply browned, then slow-simmered with carrots, parsnips, and tart apple chunks until everything is fall-apart tender and the broth is rich with layered flavor. Pomegranate juice and apple cider vinegar bring a bright, fruity acidity that balances the savory depth of the meat, while fresh sage, thyme, ginger, turmeric, and Ceylon cinnamon build a warmth that feels complex without being fussy. For anyone navigating a nightshade-free lifestyle, stews can be a minefield — so many rely on tomatoes or paprika as their backbone — but this one builds every bit of its depth from roots, fruit, and aromatics instead. Coconut oil handles the searing beautifully, and bone broth keeps the base rich and satisfying without any hidden problematic ingredients. The apples go in toward the end so they stay tender rather than dissolving, adding a gentle sweetness that plays perfectly against the savory lamb. Finish each bowl with a scatter of fresh parsley and you have a showstopper that is as nourishing as it is impressive.
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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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