Barbecued Middle Eastern Lamb Recipe

Name: Barbecued Middle Eastern Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lbs leg of lamb; 4 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons mint leaves, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons coriander, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, crushed; 4 cm ginger, peeled and grated; 1 large red chile, de seeded and finely chopped; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon paprika; 1 lemon, juice and zest of; 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 pinch salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

6 lbs leg of lamb
4 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
3 tablespoons mint leaves, finely chopped
3 tablespoons coriander, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, crushed
4 cm ginger, peeled and grated
1 large red chile, de seeded and finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon paprika
1 lemon, juice and zest of
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 pinch salt & freshly ground black pepper

1
Mix all the marinade ingredients together in a bowl.
2
Pierce the lamb all over with a small sharp knife.
3
Place the lamb on a large plate or container.
4
Pour the marinade over the lamb and massage it into the meat, coating it well.
5
Cover the lamb and leave it to marinate for 12-48 hours.
6
Heat a Barbecue to Moderate-High and place the lamb on the rack, coating it well with the marinade.
7
If possible place the lid over the lamb and leave it to cook slowly for 1 1/2 hours, coating it with the marinade and turning it each 30 minutes (if you like the meat well done simply cook for a further 30 minutes).
8
Remove the lamb from the direct heat and allow it to rest in a warm place for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

2321

kcal

Calories

167

Fat

Carbs

174

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 lbs leg of lamb, 4 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, finely chopped, 3 tablespoons mint leaves, finely chopped, 3 tablespoons coriander, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Barbecued Middle Eastern Lamb falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Barbecued Middle Eastern Lamb

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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