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Oven Roasted Leg of Lamb

A succulent and flavorful leg of lamb roasted to perfection, seasoned with garlic and herbs, ideal for special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Lamb
  • 1 whole leg of lamb about 4-5 pounds
Seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Optional
  • 1 cup red wine for deglazing
  • 2 cups vegetables such as carrots and potatoes, for roasting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Rub the mixture all over the leg of lamb, ensuring it is well coated.
Roasting
  1. Place the leg of lamb in a roasting pan. If using, add vegetables around the lamb.
  2. Roast in the preheated oven for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
  3. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
Serving
  1. Slice the lamb and serve with the roasted vegetables. Optionally, deglaze the pan with red wine to make a sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to check the doneness of the lamb.

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