Roast Leg Of Lamb Recipe

Name: Roast Leg Of Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/3 cup lemon juice; 7 garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon coriander; 2 teaspoons sumac; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 2 tablespoons smoked paprika; 1 tablespoon salt; 2 teaspoons black pepper; 2 teaspoons cumin; one 4 1/2 to 5-pound bone in leg of lamb

Servings: persons

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["Pulse everything save for the lamb in a food processor until a paste forms. Rub it all over the leg of lamb, wrap it tightly in plastic, and allow it to marinate overnight.", "The next day, remove the lamb from the fridge and wipe excess marinade off.
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Place it in a deep roasting pan and allow it to sit out of the fridge for about 45
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minutes to bring it up to room temperature.", "While it rests, heat your oven to 450u00b0 F.", "Roast the lamb for 15 minutes, then drop the temperature down to 325u00b0 F and roast until a meat thermometer reads 135 to 140u00b0, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.", "Transfer lamb to a cutting board and tent it with foil. Allow it to rest for 20 minutes
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before carving."]

563

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/3 cup lemon juice, 7 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon coriander, and more.

Yes, Roast 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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Roast Leg Of Lamb

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