Mechoui
Mechoui is a traditional Moroccan dish featuring a whole lamb or a large cut of lamb, slow-roasted until incredibly tender and falling off the bone. This recipe focuses on a lamb shoulder, seasoned simply to highlight the meat's natural flavors. It's perfect for a special occasion or a large gathering.
Oryginalny przepis autorstwa Forkin
- Łączny czas
- 4 godz. 40 min
- Porcje
- 6
- Trudność
- Średni
- Na porcję
- 1124 kcal
Przygotowanie stanowiska
Składniki
- 2,5 kglamb shoulder, bone-in
- 6 ząbekgarlic, minced
- 2 łyżkacumin, ground
- 1 łyżkapaprika, smoked
- 3 łyżkaolive oil
- 2 łyżeczkasalt
- 1 łyżeczkablack pepper, freshly ground
- 2,5 szklankawater
Sprzęt
aluminum foil · cutting board · small bowl · roasting pan
Sposób przygotowania
Krok po kroku
- 1
Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F).
Około 10 min
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a paste.
Około 5 min
- 3
Pat the lamb shoulder dry with paper towels.
Około 1 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Removing excess moisture helps the seasoning adhere better and promotes a crispier exterior.
- 4
Rub the seasoning paste generously all over the lamb shoulder, ensuring it gets into any crevices.
Około 5 min
Wskazówka kucharza: You can make small incisions in the lamb to allow the paste to penetrate deeper, if desired.
- 5
Place the seasoned lamb shoulder in a large roasting pan.
Około 1 min
- 6
Pour the water into the bottom of the roasting pan, around the lamb.
Około 1 min
Wskazówka kucharza: This helps create a moist environment, preventing the lamb from drying out during the long cooking process.
- 7
Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil.
Około 1 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Ensure a good seal to trap the steam and moisture.
- 8
Roast in the preheated oven for 3.5 to 4 hours, or until the lamb is extremely tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
Około 4 godz.
Wskazówka kucharza: Check for tenderness by gently prodding with a fork; it should feel very soft.
- 9
Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow the exterior to brown slightly.
Około 30 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- 10
Once cooked, remove the lamb from the oven and transfer it to a cutting board.
Około 1 min
- 11
Tent the lamb loosely with foil and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving or shredding.
Około 20 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Resting allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful meat.
- 12
Serve the mechoui warm, traditionally with fresh bread and a simple salad.
Na porcję
Wartości odżywcze
- Kalorie
- 1123,9kcal
- Białko
- 67,7g
- Węglowodany
- 4,1g
- Tłuszcz
- 99,2g
- Błonnik
- 0,9g
- Cukry
- 0,1g
Wartości oszacowano na podstawie ilości składników w przepisie. Mogą się różnić zależnie od marki i zamienników.
Przechowuj prawidłowo
Store any leftover mechoui in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Gently reheat in the oven at a low temperature, covered with foil, until warmed through, or microwave in short bursts.