Leg Of Lamb Stuffed With Dates And Spices Recipe

Name: Leg Of Lamb Stuffed With Dates And Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/3 kg leg of lamb (part boned); 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, 1 crushed the other cut into thick slivers; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 preserved lemon, rinsed and finely chopped (or zest of 1 lemon); 8 dates, stoned and finely chopped; 3 tablespoons coriander leaves, chopped; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon honey; 1 teaspoon soy sauce

Servings: persons

1 1/3 kg leg of lamb (part boned)
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, 1 crushed the other cut into thick slivers
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 preserved lemon, rinsed and finely chopped (or zest of 1 lemon)
8 dates, stoned and finely chopped
3 tablespoons coriander leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon soy sauce

1
heat 4 tbsp oil in a frying pan and fry the onion with the crushed garlic until nice and golden. Add the cinnamon, cumin and seasoning.remove from heat and add the dates and preserved lemons and coriander leaves.
2
Stuff the lamb where there was the bone then secure with tooth picks.
3
preheat oven to 200u00b0C make small incisions in the lamb and poke in the garlic slivers.
4
Mix 2 tbsp olive oil with the turmeric, honey, soy, a pinch of cinnamon and seasoning then rub into lamb. put in a roasting pan.
5
Roast 1 hour 20 minutes to 2 hours , basting from time to time.
6
Cover loosely and let rest 15 minutes in a warm place.

1318

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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.

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: 1 1/3 kg leg of lamb (part boned), 6 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, finely chopped, 3 garlic cloves, 1 crushed the other cut into thick slivers, and more.

Yes, Leg Of Lamb Stuffed With Dates And Spices 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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Leg Of Lamb Stuffed With Dates And Spices

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