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Lamb Kleftiko with Lemon and Herbs

Name: Lamb Kleftiko with Lemon and Herbs
Total time: 180 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs lamb shoulder, cubed; 4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh oregano, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 lemon, juiced; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

Lamb slow-cooked with lemon, herbs, and potatoes in a clay pot.

180 minutes4 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
In a clay pot, toss lamb with olive oil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Add potatoes and lemon juice, then add water to cover the bottom of the pot.
Cover and bake for 2.5-3 hours until lamb is tender.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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