Best 5 Leg Of Lamb In The Crock Pot Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of fall-off-the-bone tender Leg of Lamb, effortlessly prepared in your trusty crock pot. This succulent dish, infused with aromatic herbs and tantalizing spices, promises an unforgettable culinary experience. Accompany the lamb with a medley of tantalizing recipes, including fluffy mashed potatoes, a vibrant salsa verde, and a refreshing cucumber salad. These carefully curated recipes offer a symphony of flavors that will elevate your taste buds to new heights.

**Leg of Lamb in the Crock Pot**

* Preparation Time: 10 minutes
* Cooking Time: 8-10 hours
* Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
* Servings: 6-8

**Ingredients:**

* 1 leg of lamb, bone-in (about 5-6 pounds)
* 2 tablespoons olive oil
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
* 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
* 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
* 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
* 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
* 1/2 cup water
* 1/2 cup red wine

**Instructions:**

1. Preheat your crock pot on low heat.
2. Pat the leg of lamb dry with paper towels.
3. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder.
4. Rub the spice mixture all over the lamb, ensuring it is evenly coated.
5. Place the lamb in the crock pot and add the water and red wine.
6. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the lamb is tender and easily falls off the bone.
7. Remove the lamb from the crock pot and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

**Complementary Recipes:**

* **Mashed Potatoes**: Experience the ultimate comfort food with creamy and fluffy mashed potatoes, perfectly complementing the savory lamb.
* **Salsa Verde**: Add a burst of freshness and herbaceousness with this vibrant salsa verde, featuring a blend of parsley, basil, capers, and anchovies.
* **Cucumber Salad**: Balance the richness of the lamb with a refreshing cucumber salad, featuring crisp cucumbers, tangy red onions, and a zesty dressing.

These recipes, when combined, create a harmonious and unforgettable meal that will impress your family and friends.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SLOW COOKER ROAST LAMB LEG WITH GRAVY



Slow Cooker Roast Lamb Leg with Gravy image

Recipe video above. The easiest, most succulent roast lamb you'll ever have! This is not the carving sort of lamb, you can just tear the meat off using tongs.

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Dinner     Slow Cooker

Time 10h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2.0 kg / 4 lb lamb leg, bone in ((Note 1))
1 tsp salt
black pepper
2 large garlic cloves (, minced)
1 1/2 tsp dried thyme OR rosemary ((or 2.5 tsp finely chopped fresh))
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cups / 500ml beef stock ((or chicken) (Note 2))
1 sprig rosemary (, optional)
50 g / 3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp / 40 g flour ((any white))
2 cups / 500 ml braising liquid from slow cooker (, strained)
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place lamb in slow cooker or on work surface. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, thyme or rosemary and garlic. Drizzle over oil, then rub on both sides.
  • Pour beef stock into slow cooker, add sprig of rosemary (if using).
  • SLOW COOK on low for 10 hours, or pressure cook on high for 1 hour 40 minutes. (See oven version here)
  • The lamb should be tender enough to pull off with tongs, but still holding together (just!). Carefully remove lamb from slow cooker and transfer to tray.
  • Drizzle lightly with oil (any). Bake at 200C/390F for 20 minutes or until browned. Remove and rest for 10 minutes before serving with gravy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 357 g, Calories 747 kcal

SLOW COOKER LEG OF LAMB



Slow Cooker Leg of Lamb image

Fall-of-the-bone, flavorful lamb that is easy to throw in the slow cooker in the morning and have a delicious meal ready by dinner time!

Provided by Kristin88

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb     Leg

Time 6h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small lemon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
1 (3 pound) leg of lamb
½ cup vegetable broth

Steps:

  • Grate lemon zest into a mortar; add rosemary, garlic, thyme, parsley, olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Grind into a paste using a pestle.
  • Pat lamb dry and rub herb mixture all over the lamb. Place lamb into a 3-quart slow cooker and squeeze juice of the lemon over lamb. Add broth and cover.
  • Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CROCK POT LEG OF LAMB



Crock Pot Leg of Lamb image

I love the flavour combination of lemon, garlic and herbs with lamb and this recipe fulfills my taste buds' expectations! This is not meant to be a roast, but is meant to be fall apart soft - almost like a Mediterranean flavoured "pulled lamb".

Provided by Bokenpop aka Mad

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 6h10m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 1/2 lbs leg of lamb, preferably bone out
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
4 -6 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon nutmeg
2 teaspoons dried mint
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar

Steps:

  • Using the crock pot's ceramic dish, mix together oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano and nutmeg.
  • Immerse leg of lamb into the mixture and cook on high for 6- 8 hours until falling apart.
  • Just before removing meat from crock pot, mix together mint, sugar and vinegar in dish and microwave for 30 seconds until vinegar is hot enough to melt sugar.
  • Remove meat to serving platter and pull apart with forks until you have chunky shreds of meat.
  • Drizzle over mint vinegar and serve piping hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 939.9, Fat 67.4, SaturatedFat 25.1, Cholesterol 265.9, Sodium 229.1, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 2.1, Protein 74.2

SLOW COOKER LEG OF LAMB



Slow cooker leg of lamb image

Cook a leg of lamb in the slow cooker and be rewarded with tender meat that melts in the mouth. Enjoy with mashed potatoes and steamed veg

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 8h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tbsp olive oil
1.3kg boneless leg of lamb , tied
30g unsalted butter
2 tbsp plain flour
300ml lamb stock
200ml red wine
2 red onions , cut into wedges
2 garlic cloves , sliced
5 sprigs of thyme
5 sprigs of rosemary
mashed potatoes and steamed veg, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan. Add the lamb and brown on each side for 4-5 mins. Set the slow cooker to low. Melt the butter in a saucepan until foaming, then stir through the flour. Whisk in the stock gradually until incorporated, add the wine and bring to the boil. Set aside.
  • Put the onion, garlic, thyme and rosemary into your slow cooker and sit the lamb on top. Pour over the lamb gravy. Put the lid on and cook for 8 hrs or until soft and tender.
  • Remove the lamb and set, covered, on a plate. Strain the liquid into a pan and simmer until slightly thickened. Serve the lamb thickly sliced or shredded (it'll be quite soft) with mashed potatoes, green veg and the gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calories, Fat 37 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 43 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

LEG OF LAMB IN THE CROCK POT



Leg of Lamb in the Crock Pot image

Make and share this Leg of Lamb in the Crock Pot recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 8h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

leg of lamb, rolled
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package onion soup mix
5 cups water
1 large sweet onion, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a crock pot.
  • Cook 8 to 10 hours on low.
  • Remove roast and let set 20 minutes before carving.
  • Slice thin.

Tips:

  • Choose a leg of lamb that is about 3-4 pounds, and fits in your slow cooker.
  • Trim excess fat from the lamb, but leave some fat on the lamb to keep it moist.
  • Sear the lamb in a hot skillet before slow cooking to brown the meat and add flavor.
  • Use a flavorful marinade or rub to coat the lamb before slow cooking to infuse it with flavor.
  • Add vegetables, herbs, and spices to the slow cooker with the lamb for a complete meal.
  • Cook the lamb on low for 8-10 hours, or until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender.
  • Let the lamb rest for 15 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.
  • Serve the lamb with your favorite sides, such as roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Leg of lamb is a delicious and versatile cut of meat that is perfect for slow cooking. With its rich flavor and tender texture, leg of lamb is a surefire hit at any gathering. Whether you are cooking for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal, this slow cooker leg of lamb recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for an easy and flavorful meal, give this recipe a try.

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