Marinated Lamb With Orange Chimichurri Recipe

Name: Marinated Lamb With Orange Chimichurri
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Lamb:; 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons grated orange rind; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (4-pound) boneless leg of lamb, trimmed; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Cooking spray; Orange Chimichurri:; 1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves; 2/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves; 1/2 cup packed fresh parsley leaves; 1/3 cup fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 garlic cloves, peeled

Servings: persons

Lamb:
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons grated orange rind
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 (4-pound) boneless leg of lamb, trimmed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Cooking spray
Orange Chimichurri:
1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
2/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, peeled

1
To prepare lamb, combine the first 7 ingredients in a small bowl; rub over lamb. Place lamb in a large zip-top plastic bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator 2 hours, turning occasionally.
2
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
3
Remove lamb from bag; discard any remaining marinade. Sprinkle the lamb evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roll lamb; secure lamb at 2-inch intervals with twine. Place lamb on a rack coated with cooking spray; place rack in pan. Bake at 400u00b0 for 55 minutes or until a thermometer registers 145u00b0 (medium-rare) or desired degree of doneness. Let roast stand 20 minutes before slicing.
4
To prepare orange chimichurri, combine the cilantro and remaining ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth. Serve with lamb.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Lamb:, 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons grated orange rind, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Marinated Lamb With Orange Chimichurri 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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Marinated Lamb With Orange Chimichurri

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