Description
Roast Leg of Lamb is a stunning centerpiece that delivers tender, juicy meat infused with fragrant herbs and spices. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, providing warmth and rich flavor that will leave your guests raving. With its beautifully crispy exterior and melt-in-your-mouth texture, this recipe is surprisingly simple to prepare. Follow these easy steps to create a memorable meal that everyone at the table will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 leg of lamb (bone-in, about 4–5 lbs)
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic, rosemary, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Rub the marinade thoroughly over the leg of lamb.
- Place the lamb in a roasting pan and roast for approximately 75 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest covered with foil for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
- Slice against the grain and serve with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 leg of lamb slice (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg