Roasted Leg of Lamb Recipe
Experience the ultimate in flavor and tenderness with our Roasted Leg of Lamb recipe. Marinated in a blend of herbs and spices, then roasted to perfection. Served with a side of your choice, it's a elegant and delicious meal that will impress your guests. Give it a try!
Ingredients
- 5 lb (2.3 kg) leg of lamb
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves peeled
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups (480 g) water
- 8 potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley
Lamb Spice Rub
- 10 garlic cloves peeled
- 2 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 lemons juice of
Instructions
- Allow the leg of lamb to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the lamb spice rub by blending ingredients in a food processor.
- Pat the lamb dry, make slits and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill on high heat for 5 minutes on each side.
- Set oven to 325 degrees F.
- Insert garlic slices into slits, cover the lamb with the rub and place it in a roasting pan with an inside rack.
- Add water to the bottom of the pan.
- For Medium-Roasted Lamb Leg, add potatoes and onions to the pan and season with paprika, garlic powder, and a little salt.
- Cover and roast for 1 hour.
- Remove foil and roast for another 15 minutes.
- Let rest for 30 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 467.7kcalCarbohydrates: 44.04gProtein: 42.09gFat: 13.94gSaturated Fat: 3.82gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.51gMonounsaturated Fat: 7.11gCholesterol: 114.31mgSodium: 420.68mgPotassium: 1529.14mgFiber: 6.38gSugar: 3.23gVitamin A: 608.99IUVitamin B1: 0.45mgVitamin B2: 0.54mgVitamin B3: 13.58mgVitamin B5: 2.05mgVitamin B6: 1.07mgVitamin B12: 4.82µgVitamin C: 59.62mgVitamin E: 1.55mgVitamin K: 16.87µgCalcium: 63.47mgCopper: 0.52mgFolate: 82.76µgIron: 5.55mgManganese: 0.55mgMagnesium: 106.44mgPhosphorus: 489.15mgSelenium: 43.71µgZinc: 7.66mgNet Carbohydrates: 37.65g
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Data source: USDA
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How Long Does Roasted Leg of Lamb Last?
| Method | Duration |
| Fridge | 3 to 4 days. |
| Freezer | 2 months. |
How To Reheat Roasted Leg of Lamb?
| Method | Duration |
| Microwave | 2 minutes |
| Oven | 8 minutes |
| Air Fryer | 4 minutes |
| Grill | 4 minutes |
Dinner Ideas with Leg Of Lamb
Here is what you can typically serve with a leg of lamb for lunch or dinner. The leftovers are great for meal prep and there’s always extra lamb left over.
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