Meat · raw

Lamb shoulder

Also called shoulder of lamb

Fatty, well-marbled shoulder on or off the bone; slow-roasted until it pulls apart, or diced for curries, tagines and stews.

Gluten-freeDairy-free

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodLamb neck

    Smaller pieces; great braised, can't be roasted whole.

  • T2 · GoodLeg of lamb

    Leaner; dries out if slow-roasted, so cover and baste.

  • T2 · GoodMutton

    Stronger and tougher; cook longer.

  • T3 · In a pinchGoat

    Leaner and gamier; cook low and slow.

  • T3 · In a pinchPork shoulder

    Pork flavour; slow-roasts and braises the same way.

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