Spice-Rubbed Butterflied Leg Of Lamb Recipe

Name: Spice-Rubbed Butterflied Leg Of Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 large onion, cut into 2-inch pieces; 6 garlic cloves, peeled; 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon fresh marjoram; 2 teaspoons ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 (4 1/2-5 lb) boneless leg of lamb, butterflied, fat and sinew trimmed

Servings: persons

1/2 large onion, cut into 2-inch pieces
6 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh marjoram
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 (4 1/2-5 lb) boneless leg of lamb, butterflied, fat and sinew trimmed

1
Combine first 13 ingredients in processor. Using on/off turns, process until coarse paste forms. Add oil and lemon juice and process until well blended.
2
Place lamb in large resealable plastic bag. Pour spice mixture over lamb; seal bag. Turn bag several times and rub spice mixture into lamb. Refrigerate overnight, turning bag occasionally.
3
Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Remove lamb from marinade; shake off excess. Grill lamb to desired doneness or until instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of lamb registers 125u00b0F to 130u00b0F, for medium-rare about 15 minutes per side. Transfer lamb to cutting board. Cover with foil and let stand 5 to 10 minutes. Cut lamb into 1/3-inch-thick slices. Arrange on platter and serve.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 large onion, cut into 2-inch pieces, 6 garlic cloves, peeled, 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, 2 tablespoons paprika, and more.

Yes, Spice-Rubbed Butterflied 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.

Spice-Rubbed Butterflied Leg Of Lamb

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