Smoked Leg of Lamb Recipe

Name: Smoked Leg of Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 pounds leg of lamb bone-in; 2 each garlic cloves slivered; 1 x salt; 1 x black pepper; 2 tablespoons vermouth dry; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 each bay leaves crumbled; 1/2 teaspoon rosemary leaves dried, crumbled; 8 pounds charcoal briquette; 2 1/2 cups hickory seasoning; 5 quarts water

Servings: persons

1
Trim excess fat from lamb.
2
Cut 1/2-inch incisions 2 inches apart over surface of lamb; insert slivers of garlic into incisions.
3
Rub lamb with salt and pepper.
4
Combine vermouth, olive oil, bay leaf, thyme and rosemary in small bowl; work this mixture into lamb.
5
(Lamb can be refrigerated at this point, tightly wrapped in plastic, up to 24 hours.
6
Bring to room temperature before smoking.
7
) Set up smoker, using 8 pounds briquets and 2 1/2 cups soaked and drained hickory chips.
8
Add 5 quarts water to water pan.
9
Place lamb on upper rack of smoker; smoke until instant- reading thermo- meter inserted into thickest part of meat away from bone registers 150F or medium or 160F for well done, 4 to 6 hours.

2150

kcal

Calories

150

Fat

Carbs

173

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: 6 pounds leg of lamb bone-in, 2 each garlic cloves slivered, 1 x salt, 1 x black pepper, and more.

Yes, Smoked 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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Smoked Leg of Lamb

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