Just made a lamb roast for dinner tonight and it turned out great. Ive made this twice now and family love it. Im hoping to convert my in-law side of the family to eating lamb with this recipe. My first time roasting it and used your recipe. Ive made it multiple times, no need to change any of it. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months. But my local store was out of the fresh herbs. Question? I needed to use dried thyme because I hadnt the fresh one. Trim fat from lamb. When lamb is done remove from oven, cover in foil & zoom that temp up to 425 to brown those potatoes up. Was very nervous because I never cooked lamb before. Thanks so much! Will be making again in the future. Im not a mustard fan. It was my first time making lamb & it was so good! The gravy should be very thick. Excellent results. Also, why do you not make a Gravy from the drippings? The ingredients required to season the lamb easy to find. Thanks, Great little recipe for a tasty roast lamb, that lived up to the websites name. Came here to say Ive been making this for three Christmases in a row already because it was such a hit and so easy. I did a 10 lb leg of lamb for Easter the first time my mom has been to my house in over a year. .garlic rub;one slice of bacon; foundation of thinned sliced russet potatoespeeled or not. You dont get as crispy an outer layer, but the roast wont dry out. For an Italian Easter, you would roast the lamb and serve it with browned potatoes which are known as abbacchio al forno. My best roast lamb so far ..Thank you for sharing the recipe! Sit the lamb on top, rub with the remaining oil and season generously with salt and pepper. I ended up overcooking it a touch but that was an issue with my oven running hot and a faulty meat thermometer. Im serving one for the first time this Thanksgiving. Thanks! We did!! So easy to follow instructions. The recipe starts with a thick, tart paste packed with a ton ( a ton) of herbscilantro, tarragon, dillalong with spices, oil, and preserved lemon. All these comments are so helpful! Best lamb Ive ever made, juicy, tender and bursting with flavour. Amazing lamb roast! My lamb came from Australia and for half a leg of lamb, sirloin cut, was $35! A leg of lamb is a large cut of meat that literally comes from the leg of a lamb. I cooked it for 1.5 hours and had it rest under tin foil for 20 minutes. Add the onions, oranges, garlic, and cinnamon stick. This was amazing!! My roast was 4.5 pounds (bone-in) and was cooked perfectly in a little over an hour. My family loved it! Chef Billy Parisi is a classically trained chef with over 15 years in the restaurant industry. You can try to reduce the time by 15-30 minutes but as always, please use your best judgment when making substitutions and modifications. Fabulous flavour with a tantalizing texture, oh so tender. For special occasions it was worth it and my daughter chipped in half of the cost. I made this a few years ago with rave reviews. Add two tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the butter and cook over medium to low heat for 3-4 minutes to cook off the raw flour taste. Will be my go to leg of lamb recipe from now on. Easy and delicious. Rested 40 min which was just about right to get the potatoes ready at a higher temperature. Rub the lamb belly pieces all over with the mixture then place in a non-reactive container and cover. The technique was wonderful. I made lamb stew w/the leftovers and that was fantastic as well. Simple instructions, yet an amazing Sunday roast meal. The vegetables can all be cut and prepped in advance as well! Moist and flavorful. You really want to go by internal temperature when cooking lamb. Air should be able to circulate between all the dishes. How to Reheat: Place the desired amount of meat in a medium size pan and add in cup of beef stock and heat at 350 for 8-12 minutes or until hot. How long do I cook a 10 lb bone in leg of lamb. Smoked Pulled Pork Shoulder Recipe (Pork Butt). I am a fairly proficient cook and have had years of experience in my kitchen, (I am 60 yrs old). Cooked exactly according to recipe!!!! Ive had a hard time adjusting to my new low salt restrictions, but this recipe was so good that I barely noticed its absence. I changed a few things around because I didnt have the exact ingredients. It looks great and seems easy, however, can i make this ahead of time? I see that the potatoes suggested also need to go in the oven for 45 mins. My husband and I enjoy lamb a lot this recipe was over the top , we loved it thank you. Using a sharp knife, score the top side of the lamb by making shallow cuts in a diamond pattern. cover the roasting tin with the lamb in it with a sheet of baking paper (first) and with a sheet of foil, then cook for 2.5-3 hours. The aroma from the oven as it roasted was super awesome!! And this will be the recipe for our next lamb dinner. Place all ingredients in the slow cooker. All i can add is that it was easy, soooo tender and flavorful! Absolutely wonderful. Fantastic!!!! Place the lamb in a casserole dish with the garlic, rosemary and chicken stock. Bring leg of lamb to room temperature, about 2 hours. Loved the recipe with the rub but I still recommend putting slits in the meat and stuffing it with slivers of garlic for that awesome taste throughout. My first time cooking lamb and it was beyond easy and turned out delicious. Combine ras el hanout and salt in a small bowl. You will often see a leg of lamb in abundance in the weeks leading up to Easter. Just made this last night. Perfect s9 delicious easy to follow defections!! Found this recipe in a pinch and am so happy I did! Awesome and so simple and the name says it alldamn delicious!!! Thank you. Lessons learned: Id put the roasting pan with the veggies in for about 30-40 minutes before adding the lamb next time. I am a novice who wants lamb for Easter! Learn how to make this delicious garlic and herb marinated and roasted bone-in leg of lamb recipe that is perfect to serve up to family and friends. I forgot to add the dijon, I had no rosemary, and I added zero salt. I did substitute orange-lime infused sea salt for the regular sea salt. (I use a similar herb rub on the pork when I make it) He is getting is wish today as my husband just popped his head into my office and said You think I should get some lamb while I am out? subtle hint I suppose! I made this New Zealand leg of lamb for Temp was at 119added 10 minutes, temp jumped to 150. Make-Ahead: This recipe is meant to be eaten as soon as it is done cooking and resting. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large Dutch oven, heat about 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. This is such a simple, fast, delicious recipe. p.s. Your recipe looks easy & interesting. Delicious dish that my son and I made together and great to make on a Sunday to have meals during the week. Ive also cooked vegetables potatoes, carrots, or any other of choice, by placing the vegetables in a separate casserole dish to cook alongside the roast, but not in the same pan. Yesterday, for Easter, I prepared this recipe for a boneless leg of lamb that I purchased at our local Costco. I did not cover with foil and I used ground thyme and horseradish mustard. Come join me in my culinary adventures where we'll be using simple, fresh ingredients and transforming them into sophisticated and elegant meals for the everyday home cook. Its helpful to read comments that talk about variations, but I agree that the recipe itself is what need to be rated as is. Huge hit. Remove the lamb from the oven when it has reached 135F internal temperature for medium rare (or 150F for medium). Thank you for sharing, loved it. Is enough juice to make gravy ?? To me, no need for gravy with the herb and garlic crust. Thank you! Planning to make tonight. Thanks for an easy and flavorful recipe! Thank you! The spice mixture was so good! Still very good. As a caveat, I didnt follow the recipe to the letter. And so easy. Just tried tonight and every one loved it, Super easy, 5.6 lb boneless leg came out perfect after 1.5 hrs. Ill make this again. I got the lamb for a fantastic price too at the grocery store. You see, I have been eating beef for 55 years, and I still love it, yet I needed a change. Thanks. We all fought over the bits of crust. I made this the other day and girrrrrrrl, it was absolutely delicious! My kids dont like mustard. Damn delicious indeed! I hadnt made lab before trying this, and had only ever had it once before. Thank you for this delicious recipe! Thanks, Great recipe thank you. This was SO GOOD! leek, lamb bone, sea salt, red chili pepper, fresh cilantro, Sour Cream and 12 more Instant Pot Leg Of Lamb Stew With Dates & Cinnamon Instant Pot Eats fresh ginger root, cinnamon stick, black pepper, tomato paste and 15 more yea it was ok dont know what all of the fuss is about with all the comments . The only thing I did do before cooking, I soaked the lamb in milk the day before. I started with a 5.34 pound bone in leg of lamb and prepared it as written except I only had dried spices. The recipe did NOT require a dozen ingredients that I will never use again, the instructions were easy to follow, and it worked. How are they prepped? Take the leg of lamb out of the refrigerator and leave in room temperature for about 1 hour. Can you taste the mustard when you eat the lamb? Used dried herbs because its what I had. 4. The potatoes wont crisp up at all while theyre sharing the oven with meat (too much moisture). The best way to carve a bone-in leg of lamb is to start with the bone facing towards you. As it rests, it will continue to cook. I followed your recipe except I used my Dutch Oven. Great addition, thank you! Enjoy!!! Spread garlic mixture evenly over the lamb, rubbing in thoroughly into the scored cuts. Its literally damn delicious this is the second time I cooked thanks for the recipe. But I felt the need. The only problem we had was it was too dry and overdone, but I had butterflied and seared the lamb before scoring and adding the spices. Simple and delicious. I screwed up and put 3 tablespoons of the honey mustard in it just fell out of the jar. Preheat oven to 450F. Neglecting to take the plastic protector off ham bones: The plastic bone guard covering the exposed bone is used to keep the bone from breaking the outer wrap. As Im on my own a small leg of around 3/ pounds will be enough. It was absolutely delicious and so very easy. THIS, however, was phenomenal!!! Im sure your recipe is good, but this sites has so many pervasive, irritating pop up adds, that are driving me to other recipe sites. Combine all three with the olive oil, Dijon mustard and salt and pepper. Very simple yet ,very clear information I did for a second time and we only had regular and honey mustard. I added mint and a little lemon zest to keep the flavor on the light side, but I dont think it is necessary, just a preference. How long do you think itll take to cook? Massage everything together so that the meat is really well covered and then either seal the bag or cover the meat. For the Potatoes: With about 30 minutes left in the cooking process of the lamb, begin to make the potatoes. I often get excited about cooking new recipies that turn out to be mediocre plates since I think Im not a good cook. So tasty and tender!!!!! MD. I should have spent more time rubbing the spice mix in the cuts more thoroughly for even better flavor. This was my first time roasting lamb like this and Im so glad I found your recipe! 32 ratings. Finish it off by basting it will it is resting with apricot sauce. Why do you not put the potatoes in with the Lamb at the same time to roast? We hosted Easter dinner and my husband really wanted lamb. Do not be afraid of using Dijon mustard!! I am dying to try the hasselback potatoes with this but sadly I only have one oven! Im a first timer and wasnt sure about a few things: 1) to cover or not to cover? Cover entire lego of lamb with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator for 4 hours or up to overnight. from the ratings, it looks good. Thank you. Hi. first then broiled until the outside was browned! I have made this several times over the past 2 years and it has been a huge hit everytime Ive made it. I will be making this for the first time tonight for 6 guests, plus myself and partner. 3. Came out perfect! can also be made with roast of pork. My wife isnt a big fan of leg of lamb but also liked it. Using paper towels, pat lamb dry. This was a fabulous recipe. I will be making this again in the near future. This way, if vegetables are not done, they can continue to roast while the roast is resting before cutting. It came out perfect. Season lamb liberally with salt and pepper. After taking it out of the oven and letting it sit for 15 minutes,I sliced off a few pieces and shared some with my daughter. OR you could buy another oven LOL!!! Absolutely simple and delicious! In a small bowl, combine garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, Dijon, salt and pepper. My family loved it and Im making it again and again. I will use this recipe again. Im not hesitant about leg of lamb anymore and will be having it often. I have never really been a fan of lamb but WOW, what a sad world I have been living in without it. the French version of leg of lamb is even easier..the French call it weeping leg of lamb Not with Lamb and not called for. I only used a tsp. So flavorful and tender and the juices were sublime. 3) how much dried herbs since I didnt have access to fresh? My entire family of 6 loved this recipe! Ive never cooked this cut before so Im wondering how long I will need to cook this for at the recommended temp. I put butter in both and everything was great! The medium lamb was tender and flavorful. Here are the best temperatures to cook: Follow these simple instructions for how to make this amazing roast leg of lamb recipe: Start by scoring the lamb in a chess-like pattern all around the lamb going about a deep. lamb or beef shoulder with bones, cut into 5 large pieces - (can also use leg or rack of lamb) 2 to 4 cloves garlic, - pressed or finely chopped 1 tsp smen - (or ghee or olive oil) 1 1/2 tbsp sweet paprika 1 tsp salt, - or to taste 1 tsp ground ginger 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp ground white pepper For Braising Using a sharp knife, cut 5 to 6 slashes into the lamb shoulder. Perfect with a 4 lb leg of lamb. Add the stock - you can use beef or lamb stock. I will definitely be making this for him and guests again. I usually cook the shanks. Perfecto! Due to its tenderness, it is often served at a medium internal temperature, or on the opposite end of the spectrum as pulled and long-cooked. The prep is easy and in most cases these are ingredients we already have at home, love the practicality. Had to have another slice as I was preparing to put it in the fridge. Mix lemon juice, honey, mustard, garlic, vinegar, rosemary, thyme, sea salt, and pepper together in a bowl until a thick paste forms. Thanks for sharing. I was curious as to why you dont cover the lamb at first to keep the moisture in as well. I also cut slits in the fat and inserted rosemary sprigs. Saving this one for the future. If the plastic bag was not altered, the giblets and poultry should be safe to use as long as the meat is fully cooked. Outstanding! I will forego the aluminum foil and make gravel with the drippings. (5 to 7 pound) bone-in leg of lamb 3 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 6 cloves garlic, minced Leaves from 3 fresh rosemary sprigs, coarsely chopped (about 1 tablespoon) Equipment Roasting pan with rack Aluminum foil Sharp chef's knife or carving knife, for carving Instant-read thermometer Instructions Hi, what temperature did you set your sous vide and how long did you let it broil without over cooking it ? The potatoes look like her Mini Hasselback Potatoes which are amazing! It was a big leg of lamb, Ive cut two onions and lots of garlic + thyme and rosemary and a good splash of red wine! It was so easy and so crazy tasty. Thank you! I was so pleased with this one. OKAY. Will make again. This was perfection! Everyone raved. Ive made this recipe and it was amazing. My 11 year old told me he never ever wants to have pork tenderloin again that I should always make lamb! It was a hit! I used dried basil instead of thyme as that was what I had on hand, ginger powder instead of garlic and added a bit of dried mint and marinated overnight. Thank you for this recipe. Never cooked lamb before and this turned out perfect (SO EASYYY) so moist and flavourful thank you so much!!! Hence the term soup bones. I have made twice and will make it again and again! Leg of lamb cooked with bone in, is Far better than boneless. thank you It was delicious!!!! I followed the recipe to a tee except I used a boneless leg of lamb and dried rosemary and thyme (1 tsp each) instead of the fresh herbs because that is what I had on hand. I cooked in a wire roasting rack, and started fat side down to get a little crust, then flipped it 1/2 way through. GL, Hi Chungah Thank you so much! I paired it with a rice pilaf, tzatziki sauce, feta cheese and naan bread. 835 likes, 18 comments - Shadi HasanzadeNemati (@unicornsinthekitchen) on Instagram: "The Best Braised Lamb Shanks These are juicy, tender and fall off the bone. I am doing this for a class I need the recipe. Will try not to mess with it! I also made the potatoes they were also delicious. I am making it again this year. My 11 year old son made this and it was great! Will use this for many more Passovers to come! Yeah it was delicious! I have never made lamb in my life and this first time with this recipe went great. Making this tomorrow! Recipe looks great. Yup, its damn good putting in my recipe box. My three year old wanted it every day after and asked for three decent sized helpings during dinner. Super easy and delicious. Served it with acorn squash and green beans with onion. I got hammered drunk and enjoyed it. Thanks. The perfect amount of herbs and spices. With the pan drippings I splashed in some red wine to deglaze then added a bit of homemade chicken bone broth to make an au jus. Well my family does love a crunchy skin but just wondering if wrapping and cooking it in tinfoil for the first hour helps make it more tender / cook more evenly? I used a lamb roast instead of a bone in leg- I served it with hassleback potatoes. Bring the leg of lamb to room temp. Maybe uncover the last half hour! Im so looking forward to doing this. Were cooking our lamb today, mothers day dinner.. My own personal experience is the I had a 7lb roast and had a hard time converting cooking times. I was a little scared because I didnt have the exact stuff but surprisingly it was awesome. We made this fabulous recipe leg of lamb today. The recipe hits the mark! I did not make the potatoes as I did not have, but did make roasted asparagus and that too was great. You can also heat it in the microwave until hot. Great recipe and easy!!! Sear for 2 minutes, until browned on the bottom, then flip and sear for 2 more minutes until browned on the other side. Awesome! I have also used this on fresh pork ham with great results. I then spread the mixture on both the inside, the I tied it up and scored the outside and rubbed it there. Hi. Drizzle your crock pot with olive oil and add sliced onion and new potatoes. 3.3 lbs. My husband came home with a leg of lamb the other week and I said what the heck am I supposed to do with this? Of course I went directly to your website to see if there was a recipe I could use. Easy to make and tastes great. You will not taste ANY mustard unless of course, you add more on the side . The Best! Let it rest for about an hour tented with foil. Im going to add this to my rotation. This was easy and turned out absolutely amazing. The flavor is super inviting yet you can still completely taste the lamb! I have a second leg of lamb in the fridge and will be using THIS recipe again!! It was so good my dad even had seconds! Definitely a keeper to make again and again! I tried it twice; the first on a three-year-old Icelandic ewe and the second on a yearling lamb. And, it was my first time to cook lamb! Remove the lamb from the oven and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Maybe just olive oil? For a lean piece of meat, cook at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for the first 15 minutes, then turn the temperature down to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) to continue roasting the meat will take about 25 minutes per pound to reach medium rare. Easter dinner everyone loved it! Wrap in plastic and keep up to 2 days prior to cooking. Made time and ingredient adjustments due to increased weight. Sounds Amazing. I have a 5+ lb boneless roast and plan to make it in my Dutch oven pressure cooker. Easiest Easter dinner! Wow, that lamb looks incredible! It turned out very good! Definitely a meal you could cook if you are trying to impress someone, would definitely use this recipe again. Roasted fingerling potatoes along side. Absolutely delicious!! I winged it without a recipe. Delicious Lamb roast. Damn Tasty!!! The leftovers made fantastic lamb sandwiches for a couple of days afterwards, just carved slabs of lamb and cold gravy between two slices of wheat bread. Im just another viewer here, but Ive made this. Heat a large dutch oven or other heavy bottom pot over high heat until very hot, about 4 minutes. Question: Do I need to wrap lamb in foil? I used my own spices as the husband wanted Cumin themed lamb. Thanks for a very easy recipe for a great meal. I had a 6 lb boneless leg of lamb and I cooked it for 1 hour 30 minutes (family doesnt like the meat pink). Sear the leg of lamb. I made it for Easter and it was gorgeous! It was very juicy and I loved the seasoning. I was not disappointed and neither were those that ate with me. Made for a wonderful roast. With the tip of a knife, cut 1-inch-wide pockets into the lamb at 3-inch intervals; insert a slice of garlic into each of the pockets. Enjoy with mashed potatoes and steamed veg. My roast came out absolutely perfect! I grow thyme in my garden, so it was easy. If youre the same way then my Smothered Pork Chops or my Kofta Kebabs are a must-try! Quick and Easy. Need I say more. Id recommend using what you usually use for roasting food in the oven. Hubby cant get enough of this. The best leg of lamb we have had, my whole house smelled good too! Will definitely make again! Make it work for you , Hey BillyI see Lemons on the plated lamb in the video at the end. Cook on Low, without removing the cover, for 5 . Girl! And its sure to be a crowd-please for your Easter holiday or your next dinner party. Still game out great!!! I have never left a review before but I just had to today. I cant find a reason to deviate from the recipe. Please read my disclosure policy. The seasoning was great. Doubled the rub per someone elses comment (used dry herbs), used half on the roast and added drippings to the reserved half. Thank you for sharing it! Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4-5.