Grilled Leg of Lamb

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   To make the rub, combine sugar, mustard, and ginger (use your hands).

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   Rub all over the leg of lamb.

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   Transfer to a large, shallow dish.

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   Grill immediately.

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   Charcoal Grilling: Bank charcoal briquettes on one side of the grill.

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   Let the coals burn down until covered with white ash.

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   Lightly oil the grill.

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   Cook the lamb directly over the coals, turning until seared, approximately every five to ten minutes on each side until golden.

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   WATCH FOR FLARE-UPS!

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    [author's emphasis] Transfer to the other side of the grill.

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    Cover with the grill lid.

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    Cook until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the meat reads about 130 F degrees (medium rare) about 30 minutes.

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    Gas Griling: Cook the lamb over high heat for 10 minutes, turning once or twice to sear.

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    Reduce the heat to medium-low and offset; continue grilling, covered, until desired degree of doneness [is reached] (about 30 minutes for medium-rare.

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    Let lamb stand for approximately 5 minutes.

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    Slice against the grain.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.