Roast Leg Of Lamb With Mint Sauce Recipe

Name: Roast Leg Of Lamb With Mint Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup water; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint finely; 1/2 cup malt vinegar; 2 tablespoons salt; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped; 2 teaspoons crushed rosemary dried; 2 cloves crushed garlic; 5 pounds leg of lamb

Servings: persons

1
Make the mint sauce first.
2
Combine the water and sugar in a 1 quart saucepan, and bring to boil over high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
3
Remove the pan from the heat, and stir in the mint leaves and vinegar.
4
Taste and add up to 1 more tablespoon sugar if desired.
5
Set aside at room temperature for 2 or 3 hours.
6
Preheat the oven to 500 degrees.
7
Combine salt, pepper, garlic and rosemary to form a paste.
8
Using the point of a small knife, cut slits in lamb and fill slits with spice mixture.
9
Transfer lamb to rack in roasting tin.

1698

kcal

Calories

119

Fat

Carbs

142

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint finely, 1/2 cup malt vinegar, and more.

Yes, Roast Leg Of Lamb With Mint Sauce 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 With Mint Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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