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Air fryer lamb shoulder roast

Cook lamb shoulder roast in the air fryer with the perfect timing and temperature for a crispy exterior and juicy interior, for an easy meal that everyone will love.

Air fryer lamb shoulder
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This Recipe includes:

lambLamb – lamb shoulder with bone-in. Approximately 2 lb or 900g.
OilVegetable oil (avocado or sunflower oil)
Onion powderOnion flakes or powder
RosemaryRosemary – dried rosemary or fresh if you have it
Salt and pepperPinch of salt and pepper

There’s just something about the way that a lamb shoulder roast sizzles and crisps up in the air fryer that makes the taste buds fill with happiness. This is one succulent and tender piece of meat that makes a wonderful centerpiece to any meal.

lamb shoulder ready for the air fryer
Lamb shoulder ready for the air fryer

It’s perfect for a fancy dinner party, a cozy night in, or even just a casual weeknight meal. And the best part is that it’s incredibly easy to make in the air fryer.

Simply season the lamb with your favorite spices and herbs (we love rosemary and onion flakes), and pop it in the air fryer for about 40 minutes. The result is a beautifully browned, flavorful roast that will have your family and friends begging for seconds.

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Air fryer lamb shoulder

Air fryer lamb shoulder roast

Crispy on the outside and juicy inside, this air fryer lamb shoulder makes for a wonderfully delicious meal.
4.39 from 42 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Main Courses
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 109 kcal

Equipment

  • Ninja 4 Qt Indoor Grill Air Fryer
  • Tramontina Gourmet 3 Piece Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set
  • Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Traverse Power Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lamb shoulder approximately 2 pounds in weight
  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable, avocado or sunflower oil
  • 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Place the lamb shoulder in a bowl and cover with the oil, spices, and herbs. Massage in the spices and herbs into every part of the lamb.
  • Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 340ยฐF (170ยฐC).
  • Place the lamb shoulder in the air fryer basket for 40 minutes, shaking and rotating them every 15 minutes or so.
  • Open the air fryer and check if the lamb has an internal temperature of 145ยฐF (62ยฐC), and heat it for a couple more minutes if you wish.
  • Serve while warm.

Notes

What to serve with it?

This air fryer lamb shoulder roast can be served with these smashed potatoes or this sautรฉed garlic potatoes.
Another great option is this garlic eggplant fries or these air fryer mushrooms.
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How to store it?

You can store portions of this air fryer lamb shoulder easily, and leave it in the fridge.
Keep it in an air tight container so that it doesn’t lose moisture. When ready to eat, you can heat it in the microwave or oven.
Air fryer lamb shoulder roast 1

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 109kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 30mgFiber: 1g

Please note: We are not certified nutritionists and these estimates written and produced for entertainment purposes only.

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Hello! I'm a home cook living in France with my family, who all have very big opinions about mealtime. I focus on easy and delicious dishes, with a touch of veggies, to prepare quickly when you have multiple things on the go. Because we're all experts in multi-tasking these days!

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