Paraben Free Pomegranate, Apple & Sage Lamb Stew
This slow-simmered stew is the kind of deeply warming, layered dish that makes a whole kitchen smell incredible — earthy sage, sweet pomegranate, and fragrant spices building into something genuinely special. Bone-in lamb shoulder is seared until deeply browned before braising low and slow, which coaxes out rich, fall-apart tenderness that no shortcut can replicate. Tart Granny Smith apples and a splash of pomegranate juice bring a bright, fruity counterpoint to the savory broth, while Ceylon cinnamon, turmeric, and fresh ginger add warmth without overwhelming the dish. Coconut oil handles the searing, and every ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food — no synthetic preservatives, no artificial additives, nothing that requires a label decoder. Parsnips and carrots round out the pot with natural sweetness and body, making this a genuinely complete one-pot meal. It's the kind of recipe that rewards patience: the longer it simmers, the more the flavors knit together into something that tastes like it took far more effort than it actually did. Finish each bowl with a scatter of fresh parsley and you've got a showstopper that's as clean and straightforward 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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