Best 8 Leg Of Lamb With Garlic And Herbs Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Mediterranean, where succulent flavors dance on your palate. Discover the art of preparing a mouthwatering Leg of Lamb with Garlic and Herbs, a dish that embodies the essence of rustic elegance. This comprehensive guide offers three enticing variations to suit your culinary preferences: a classic Leg of Lamb with Garlic and Herbs, a tantalizing Leg of Lamb with Mint and Lemon, and a flavorful Leg of Lamb with Pistachio Crust. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a perfect balance of savory and aromatic flavors, creating a symphony of taste that will leave you craving for more. Whether you seek a traditional approach or crave a contemporary twist, this culinary adventure promises to elevate your dining experience to new heights.

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LEG OF LAMB WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



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Looking for a delicious alternative to your regular Sunday roast? Try a succulent leg of lamb; its easy to season and roast to perfection.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 leg of lamb, 5 pounds
3 garlic cloves, cut into slivers
3 teaspoons dried dill weed
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Do not remove fell (paperlike covering) from lamb. Make 10 or 12 small slits in lamb with tip of knife. Insert slivers of garlic into slits. Mix remaining ingredients; rub over lamb.
  • Place lamb, fat side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan. Insert meat thermometer so tip is in center of thickest part of lamb and does not touch bone or rest in fat. Do not add water.
  • Roast uncovered to desired doneness: For medium-rare, 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes or until thermometer reads 140°F; for medium, 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes or until thermometer reads 155°F.
  • Cover lamb with tent of aluminum foil and let stand 15 to 20 minutes. Temperature will continue to rise about 5°F (to 145°F for medium-rare; to 160° for medium) and lamb will be easier to carve as juices set up. Remove foil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 540 mg

GARLIC AND HERB LAMB



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A quick and easy rosemary rub that truly draws out the succulent flavor of lamb. Works on chops or leg of lamb.

Provided by DICIA

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb

Time 2h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (5 pound) leg of lamb
3 cloves garlic, cut into slivers
3 teaspoons dried dill weed
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Puncture the leg of lamb with the tip of a knife just far enough to insert slivers of garlic into the holes. Mix together the dill, salt and rosemary, and rub over the leg of lamb. Place the lamb, fatty side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
  • Roast uncovered for 2 to 2 1/2 hours in the preheated oven, to an internal temperature of 155 degrees F (68 degrees C) for medium. Tent with aluminum foil and let stand for 15 to 20 minutes before carving. The lamb will continue to cook a little bit, and the juices will set up better for carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.9 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 100.2 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 393.4 mg

GARLIC AND HERB LEG OF LAMB WITH POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Cooking a melts-in-your-mouth lamb recipe doesn't need to be complicated. This leg of lamb is rubbed with a lemony, garlic-herb-mustard paste before being roasted over a pan of white wine and potatoes. The potatoes soak up all the juices while the lamb gets charred on the outside and perfectly tender on the inside. Garnish with fresh rosemary and thyme before serving it as the centerpiece of a dinner you'll get endless compliments on.

Provided by Chris Salicrup

Categories     Dinner

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 lb bone-in lamb roast with fat cap
12 cloves garlic, divided
½ cup olive oil
⅓ cup whole grain mustard, plus more for serving
1 lemon, juiced
10 sprigs fresh rosemary, stemmed and leaves finely chopped, plus whole sprigs for serving
10 sprigs fresh thyme, stemmed and leaves finely chopped, plus whole sprigs for serving
1 ½ tablespoons sea salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
¾ cup dry white wine
2 ½ lb yukon gold potato, halved
flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • 2-3 hours before roasting, prepare the lamb. Use a small, sharp knife to make 15 to 20 incisions, each about 2 inches (5 cm) deep, through the fat cap on top of the meat. Thinly slice 3 cloves of garlic and use your fingers to press the slices into the incisions.
  • In a blender, combine the remaining 9 garlic cloves, the olive oil, mustard, lemon juice, rosemary leaves, thyme leaves, salt, and pepper. Blend until a paste forms.
  • Spread the paste evenly all over the lamb. Let marinate at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Place the lamb on a roasting rack in a roasting pan and pour the wine into the bottom of the pan. Roast for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and reduce the heat to 325°F (160°C).
  • Arrange the potatoes, cut side down, in the roasting pan and place the lamb on the rack on top. Roast for 2 hours, tossing the potatoes and basting the lamb with the roasting liquid halfway through.
  • Transfer the potatoes to a platter, baste the lamb again with the remaining pan juices, and return the lamb to the oven. Continue to roast, basting often, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of the leg reaches 130°F (for medium-rare), 45 minutes to 2 hours more, depending on thickness. (As a general rule, the lamb should roast 20 minutes per pound for medium-rare).
  • Transfer the lamb to a platter and set aside to rest for 20 minutes. While the lamb rests, return the potatoes to the roasting pan, season with flaky salt, and warm in the oven until just heated through, about 20 minutes. Return the potatoes to the serving platter.
  • Carve the lamb into ½-inch (1 cm) thick slices and arrange on the platter with the potatoes, garnished with rosemary and thyme sprigs. Serve with whole grain mustard alongside.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1152 calories, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 70 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 96 grams, Sugar 1 gram

ROAST LEG OF LAMB WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



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Make this Roast Leg of Lamb with Garlic and Herbs for a flavorful main no matter the time of year.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bone-in leg of lamb (6 to 8 pounds), rinsed and patted dry
2 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for pan
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
4 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary needles
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Use a paring knife to make a dozen small slits in the meat. Tuck garlic slivers into slits. Place meat in a baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, stir together oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, rosemary, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Pour marinade over lamb, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate, basting occasionally with the marinade, for at least 8 hours and up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees with rack positioned to fit the lamb in a roasting pan. Remove lamb from refrigerator, uncover, and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. Using a pastry brush, lightly coat a roasting pan with oil.
  • Transfer lamb to a rack fitted in the prepared pan, reserving leftover marinade. Season meat with salt and pepper. Roast lamb, basting every 20 to 30 minutes, first with the reserved marinade, and then with juices that accumulate in the pan. The lamb will need to cook for about 20 minutes per pound (2 hours for a 6-pound leg of lamb; 2 hours and 40 minutes for 8 pounds). An instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the meat, not touching the bone, should read 145 degrees when the lamb is medium-rare.
  • Remove pan from oven and transfer lamb to a cutting board. Cover to keep warm; let rest for 20 minutes before carving. Pour pan juices into a fat separator or glass measuring cup; spoon off any fat that rises to the surface and discard. Cover juices to keep warm while lamb rests; add any juices that collect as the lamb sits.
  • Carve lamb, and arrange slices on a large warm platter; drizzle with reserved pan juices just before serving.

HERB AND GARLIC ROASTED LEG OF LAMB



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This leg of lamb is the perfect meat for a special occasion or casual dinner. Serve this succulent roast with the optional gravy for a memorable meal.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 2h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 pounds leg of lamb (center cut)
3 cloves garlic ( divided )
3 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh)
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (or about 2 teaspoons dried)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or about 1 teaspoon dried)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
For the Gravy:
1/2 cup dry red wine ( Pinot Noir or Cabernet)
1 1/2 cups chicken stock (unsalted)
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 F. Place a rack in a roasting pan and set aside.
  • Pat the lamb dry with paper towels. Remove any excess fat with a sharp knife, leaving some on so you'll have rich drippings for gravy.
  • Peel the garlic. Cut 2 cloves of garlic into thin slivers. Mince the third clove of garlic and set aside.
  • With a small, sharp knife, make several tiny, slits-about 1/2-inch to 1-inch deep-evenly over the surface of the lamb. Insert the garlic slivers into the slits.
  • Rub the lamb all over with the lemon juice.
  • In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic with the herbs, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. Rub the garlic and herb mixture over the surface of the lamb.
  • Place the lamb, fat side up, on the rack of the prepared pan.
  • Insert meat thermometer in the thickest part of the meat, not touching fat or bone.
  • Roast for about 25 to 30 minutes per pound, or until the meat thermometer registers 145 F (medium rare) to 165 F (well done).
  • Remove the roast to a platter and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.
  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Remove the rack from the roasting pan. Skim excess fat from the drippings and place the pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the red wine and cook for about 2 minutes while scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of the chicken stock with the flour; whisk until smooth.
  • Add the remaining 1 cup of chicken stock and the flour-stock mixture to the roasting pan, whisking frequently until thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1016 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 355 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 98 g, SaturatedFat 26 g, Sodium 576 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 63 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

GARLIC-AND-HERB-RUBBED BUTTERFLIED LEG OF LAMB



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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, roasts, main course

Time 55m

Yield 12 to 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 7 1/2-pound butterflied leg of lamb, well trimmed
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup mixed chopped fresh herbs, such as sage, thyme, basil and parsley
Grated zest and freshly squeezed juice of 1 orange
8 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Pat lamb dry with paper towels and place it on a rimmed baking sheet. In a bowl, combine oil, herbs, orange zest and juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Rub mixture all over lamb. Cover with foil and let marinate at room temperature for 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Remove foil and transfer lamb to oven. Roast until a thermometer reads 120 degrees for rare and 130 for medium, about 35 to 45 minutes, depending on how you like your meat. Let cool completely, then wrap and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 439, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 244 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

RACK OF LAMB WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



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Herb-and-bread-crumb coatings are classic on rack of lamb, but leaving out the crumbs lightens the dish. Get the recipe.

Provided by Shelley Wiseman

Categories     Lamb     Herb     Roast     Summer     Gourmet     Easter     Spring     Meat     Entertaining

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

For lamb
2 (8-rib) frenched racks of lamb (each rack 1 1/2 lb), trimmed of all but a thin layer of fat
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
For herb coating
1/2 head new garlic or 3 large regular garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Special Equipment
an instant-read thermometer

Steps:

  • Brown lamb:
  • Heat a dry 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until hot, at least 2 minutes. Meanwhile, pat lamb dry and rub meat all over with salt and pepper. Add oil to hot skillet, then brown racks, in 2 batches if necessary, on all sides (not ends), about 10 minutes per batch.
  • Transfer racks to a small (13- by 9-inch) roasting pan.
  • Coat and roast lamb:
  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Stir together garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, and oil. Coat meaty parts of lamb with herb mixture, pressing to help adhere. Roast 15 minutes, then cover lamb loosely with foil and roast until thermometer inserted diagonally into center of meat registers 120°F, 5 to 10 minutes more. Let stand, covered, 10 minutes. (Internal temperature will rise to 125 to 130°F for medium-rare while lamb stands.)
  • Cut each rack into 4 double chops.

GRILLED BUTTERFLIED LEG OF LAMB WITH LEMON, HERBS, AND GARLIC



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Categories     Garlic     Lamb     Marinate     Kid-Friendly     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Thyme     Gourmet     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

For herb rub
8 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon coarse salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
a 7- to 8-pound leg of lamb, trimmed of all fat, boned, and butterflied by butcher (4 to 4 3/4 pounds boneless)
1 lemon

Steps:

  • Make herb rub:
  • Finely chop garlic and in a small bowl stir together with remaining herb-rub ingredients.
  • Put lamb in a large dish and with tip of a sharp small knife held at a 45-degree angle cut 1/2-inch-deep slits all over lamb, rubbing herb mixture into slits and all over lamb. Marinate lamb at room temperature 1 hour.
  • Prepare grill.
  • Lightly pat lamb dry. On a lightly oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals grill lamb about 10 minutes on each side, or until an instant-read thermometer horizontally inserted into thickest part of meat registers 125°F for medium-rare. (Alternatively, roast lamb in a roasting pan in middle of a 425°F oven about 25 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer horizontally inserted into meat registers 125°F for medium-rare.) Transfer lamb to a cutting board. Halve and seed lemon. Squeeze juice over lamb and let stand, loosely covered with foil, 15 minutes.
  • Cut lamb into slices and serve with any juices that have accumulated on cutting board.

Tips:

  • To ensure the lamb is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The lamb is ready when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, 150°F (66°C) for medium, or 155°F (68°C) for medium-well.
  • If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can also check the lamb by cutting into it. The lamb is ready when the juices run clear.
  • Let the lamb rest for at least 10 minutes before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
  • Serve the lamb with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.

Conclusion:

Roast leg of lamb with garlic and herbs is a classic dish that is perfect for a special occasion dinner. The lamb is slow-roasted until it is tender and juicy, and the garlic and herbs add a delicious flavor. This dish is sure to impress your guests.

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