Exotic Leg Of Lamb Recipe

Name: Exotic Leg Of Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the rub; 2 tablespoons finely minced garlic; 2 tablespoons peeled and finely minced fresh ginger; 2 crushed small dried red chilies (see alternate option below); 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 finely grated lemons, zest of; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; For the Lamb; 1 bone-in leg of lamb (6 - 7 lbs); 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup chicken broth

Servings: persons

For the rub
2 tablespoons finely minced garlic
2 tablespoons peeled and finely minced fresh ginger
2 crushed small dried red chilies (see alternate option below)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 finely grated lemons, zest of
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Lamb
1 bone-in leg of lamb (6 - 7 lbs)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup chicken broth

1
Combine the rub ingredients in a small bowl, then rub them into the lamb.
2
Cover loosely and let rest for 4 hours at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator.
3
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees (F).
4
Place the lamb in a shallow roasting pan.
5
Pour the lemon juice and broth into the pan.
6
Place the lamb in the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 350 degrees(F).
7
Roast the meat, basting occasionally, for 1 hr 40 minute for medium-rare meat, or until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the leg registers 140 degrees(F).
8
The internal temperature will rise as it rests.
9
*1/2 tsp crushed red-pepper flakes can be used as an alternate for the chilies.
10
If you prefer the lamb less rare, roast it 10 minutes longer.

310

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* 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: For the rub, 2 tablespoons finely minced garlic, 2 tablespoons peeled and finely minced fresh ginger, 2 crushed small dried red chilies (see alternate option below), and more.

Yes, Exotic Leg Of Lamb falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Exotic Leg Of Lamb

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