Roman Easter lamb braised with egg and lemon sauce is a springtime celebration. This high protein mediterranean dish is a cherished family tradition during Easter week.
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Pat dry lamb shoulder, cutting into 3-inch chunks for even braising. Season pieces well with kosher salt and black pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high. Brown lamb deeply in batches, allowing at least 3–4 minutes per side for a rich crust. Remove lamb to a plate.
3. Add chopped onion to the pot, reduce heat to medium. Sauté until golden and translucent, about 5 minutes, scraping up browned bits.
4. Return lamb to the pot. Pour in white wine, allow it to simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly. Add parsley and cover with lid.
5. Transfer to oven and braise for 90 minutes until tender, rotating lamb halfway through to ensure moisture is evenly distributed.
6. Whisk eggs with lemon juice. Remove pot from oven, pour egg-lemon mixture evenly over lamb, stir gently, and return to oven for 10 minutes uncovered until sauce thickens without curdling. Serve hot.