BRAISED LAMB WITH A SOUR ORANGE MARINADE

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This dish is perfect for a Sephardic Passover celebration. Sour oranges are preferred in this dish, but are sometimes hard to find. You can substitute a combination of orange and lemon juice with good results.

Provided by Sara

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb

Time 9h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 pounds deboned leg of lamb
1 tablespoon dried oregano
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 bay leaves
4 sour oranges
1 cup white wine
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Juice the sour oranges, and combine with the garlic, onion, oregano, bay leaf, and white wine in a large bowl. Place meat into the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
  • In a large pot, heat oil over medium high heat. Place meat into the pan, and sear on all sides. Decrease heat to low. Pour marinade over meat in the pan, and cover. Cook until the meat is fork tender, about 3 hours; add water to the pot if necessary to keep the meat from scorching.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 108.9 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 252.2 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

Maria Ralios
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but this recipe was amazing. The sour orange marinade really tenderized the lamb and gave it a delicious flavor. I would definitely make this again.


shujaat khaliq
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's a bit of work to put together, but it's definitely worth it. The lamb is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is incredible.


Nannu vilen
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I love the unique flavor of the sour orange marinade. It gives the lamb a bright and tangy flavor that is unlike anything I've ever had before.


Ashley Norwood
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This was my first time making braised lamb and it turned out great! The lamb was so tender and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Yuner Deng
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is always flavorful. I love serving it over rice or mashed potatoes.


lyn xander Alexander
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The lamb is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is incredible. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lamb.


Cindy Mavraganis
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sour orange marinade gives the lamb a bright and tangy flavor, while the spices add a nice warmth. It's a great dish for a special occasion.


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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lamb. I had some leftover from Easter dinner and I wasn't sure what to do with it. I found this recipe and it was perfect! The lamb was so tender and flavorful.


Subtain Awan
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the sour orange marinade. The lamb was cooked perfectly and everyone raved about how tender and juicy it was.


Ashraf Muyugu
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This dish was a bit of work to put together, but it was well worth the effort. The lamb was delicious and the sauce was incredible. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Faiza Official Singer
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I'm not usually a fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The sour orange marinade was so flavorful and the lamb was cooked to perfection. It was tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again!


Malik mazher Malik mazher
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This braised lamb dish was an absolute delight! The sour orange marinade infused the lamb with a vibrant and tangy flavor that was perfectly balanced by the rich and tender meat. The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and melted in my mouth. A definit