Butterflied Leg of Lamb Recipe

Name: Butterflied Leg of Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4lb (1.8kg) butterflied leg of lamb, trimmed; 1 cup hearty red wine; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tbsp chopped mint; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 fresh hot red chile, seeded and minced; 4 ripe fresh tomatoes peeled, seeded, and chopped; 1 tbsp chopped marjoram; 2 red bell peppers, roasted, peeled and chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4lb (1.8kg) butterflied leg of lamb, trimmed
1 cup hearty red wine
1/2 cup soy sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp chopped mint
1 tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 fresh hot red chile, seeded and minced
4 ripe fresh tomatoes peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 tbsp chopped marjoram
2 red bell peppers, roasted, peeled and chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
To prepare the lamb, place it on a work surface, skin side down.
2
Make 3 deep cuts in the thickest parts of the lamb, being sure not to cut all the way through.
3
Place a piece of plastic wrap over the lamb and pound heavily with a flat meat pounder to give the meat a fairly even surface.
4
For the marinade, combine the wine, soy sauce, garlic, and mint in a large zippered plastic bag.
5
Add the lamb, close the bag, and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
6
For the salsa, heat the oil in a saucepan over low heat.
7
Add the garlic and chile and cook 3 minutes, until the garlic starts to color.
8
Add the tomatoes and marjoram and simmer for 30 minutes, until the tomatoes are softened.
9
Add the peppers and cook for 10 minutes more.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Keep warm.
12
Build a medium-hot fire in an outdoor grill.
13
Remove the lamb from the marinade and pat dry.
14
Grill, turning occasionally, about 30 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the lamb reads 130F ( 55C).
15
Let stand 10 minutes.
16
Slice and serve with the sauce passed on the side.

3484

kcal

Calories

371

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4lb (1.8kg) butterflied leg of lamb, trimmed, 1 cup hearty red wine, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Butterflied Leg of 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.

Butterflied Leg of Lamb

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