Ingredients
- 1.5 kg lamb leg bone-in
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 500 ml chicken or vegetable broth
- 250 ml dry white wine (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, olive oil, salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add the Dijon mustard and mix well.
- Place the lamb leg in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
- Pour the marinade over the lamb, making sure it's evenly coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results. Allow the lamb to come to room temperature before roasting.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Place the marinated lamb leg on a roasting rack set inside a roasting pan. If you don't have a rack, you can place it directly in the pan.
- Pour the chicken or vegetable broth and white wine (if using) into the bottom of the roasting pan.
- Roast the lamb in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes per 500 grams of meat. For a 1.5 kg lamb leg, this would be around 60 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to ensure your lamb reaches your desired doneness. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 55-60°C (130-140°F). For medium, aim for 63-68°C (145-155°F).
- Once the lamb reaches your desired temperature, remove it from the oven and let it rest for about 15 minutes. Tent it loosely with aluminum foil to keep it warm.
- Carve the roasted lamb leg into thin slices and serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.Enjoy your delicious roasted lamb leg with this metric recipe!
Nutrition Facts
Roasted lamb leg
Amount per Serving
Calories
940
% Daily Value*
Fat
84
g
129
%
Saturated Fat
25
g
156
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
16
g
Monounsaturated Fat
39
g
Cholesterol
162
mg
54
%
Sodium
550
mg
24
%
Potassium
528
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
4
g
1
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
33
g
66
%
Vitamin A
9
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
10
mg
12
%
Calcium
26
mg
3
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.