Jalapeno, lime and honey lamb shoulder tacos

Jalapeno, lime and honey lamb shoulder tacos

Serves: 6 | Preparation Time: 15 mins | Cooking time: 180 mins

Ingredients:

  • 1.4kg Farm88 lamb forequarter (shoulder), bone in
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeños, seeded, finely chopped
  • Zest and juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • ½ bunch coriander leaves and stems, finely chopped
  • ⅔ cup (170ml) vegetable stock
  • 1 large fennel bulb, trimmed, cored, thinly sliced, fronds reserved
  • ¼ green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

To serve:

  • Soft tacos
  • Lemon wedges
  • Coriander leaves
  • Garlic aioli

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (160° fan-forced).
  2. In a medium bowl combine olive oil, garlic, jalapeños, half the lime zest and juice, honey and coriander, season. Make small incisions in the lamb with a sharp knife, pour over marinade and rub to coat. Place lamb in a large roasting pan, pour stock around base and cover tightly with foil.
  3. Cook in oven for 2 ½ to 3 hours, or until meat is tender and falling off bone. Set aside to rest for 20 minutes. Shred lamb with 2 forks. Drizzle with any pan juices, drained of fat.
  4. Meanwhile place fennel, fronds, cabbage, onions, remaining lime zest and juice and extra coriander in a large bowl. Season and toss to coat.
  5. Serve lamb on tacos with coleslaw, aioli and lime wedges.
Results may vary.