Kashmiri Style Leg Of Lamb Recipe

Name: Kashmiri Style Leg Of Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 5 pound leg of lamb; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tbsp peeled, grated fresh ginger; 4 garlic clove, crushed in a press; 2 tsp salt; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground turmeric; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground cardamon; 1/2 tsp pure chile powder; 1/2 tsp ground cloves; Yogurt mixture; 1 cup plain (Greek) yogurt (low fat yogurt is not a good option); 2 tbsp blanched slivered almonds; 2 tbsp chopped pistachios; 1 tbsp ground turmeric; 1 tbsp honey

Servings: persons

1 5 pound leg of lamb
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp peeled, grated fresh ginger
4 garlic clove, crushed in a press
2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground turmeric
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cardamon
1/2 tsp pure chile powder
1/2 tsp ground cloves
Yogurt mixture
1 cup plain (Greek) yogurt (low fat yogurt is not a good option)
2 tbsp blanched slivered almonds
2 tbsp chopped pistachios
1 tbsp ground turmeric
1 tbsp honey

1
Remove excess fat from lamb, using point of a sharp knife, make deep slits all over the leg. Place the lamp in a large nonreactive dish
2
Spice mixture
3
In a small bowl combine all the ingredients. Rub over the lamb, pressing it into the slits
4
To make Yogurt mixture.
5
In a food processor or blender, thoroughly blend the yogurt, nuts and turmeric. Spread over the lamb. drizzle the honey over the lamb, cover and marinate for 1 day in the refrigerator turning occasionally.
6
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees
7
Transfer the lamb to a roasting pan, cover (aluminum foil is fine), and cook for 30 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees and cook for 1 3/4 hours more, or until meltingly tender. Uncover and serve warm or at room temperature.

340

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 5 pound leg of lamb, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp peeled, grated fresh ginger, 4 garlic clove, crushed in a press, and more.

Yes, Kashmiri Style 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.

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Kashmiri Style Leg Of Lamb

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