Halal Twist by Hasan

This aromatic halal lamb shoulder is heavily spiced with cumin and coriander, seared to perfection, and roasted until fall-apart tender. Ideal for wraps, rice bowls, or served with fresh vegetables.

Serves 4 serving(s) Time 1hr Status Halal with Notes

Why This Recipe is Halal

  • Uses lamb shoulder from halal-certified meat sources.
  • All spices and oils are naturally halal and plant-based.
  • No alcohol or questionable additives in any ingredients.

A Closer Look at the Ingredients

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Lamb source

What to watch for: Lamb must be from halal-certified slaughter.

The halal solution: Purchase from trusted halal butchers or look for halal certification labels.

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Ingredient-by-Ingredient Halal Audit
Ingredient Status Note
lamb shoulderquestionableMust be from halal slaughter
olive oilhalalPlant-based
cuminhalalSpice
corianderhalalSpice
salthalalMineral

What You’ll Need

  • 2 lbs halal-certified lamb shoulder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp coriander
  • 1 tsp salt

Let’s Cook

  1. Season lamb shoulder heavily with cumin, coriander, and salt.
  2. Sear lamb on all sides in olive oil until golden brown.
  3. Roast in oven at 350°F until tender (about 45 minutes).
  4. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
Halal Spiced Lamb Shoulder roasted and ready to serve - Halal recipe
Halal Spiced Lamb Shoulder roasted and ready to serve – Halal recipe

Nutrition, Per Serving

550Calories
40gProtein
60gCarbs
0gFat
3gFiber
35gSugar
10mgSodium

Notes From My Kitchen

  • For extra tenderness, marinate the lamb overnight with the spices and olive oil.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness (145°F for medium).
  • Slice against the grain for the most tender bites.

Tools That Make It Easier

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Cast Iron Skillet

Perfect for getting that perfect sear on halal lamb.

great for Eid feasts

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Cast Iron Skillet

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Halal Lamb Shoulder

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Meat Thermometer

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