HONEY-VINEGAR LEG OF LAMB WITH FENNEL AND CARROTS
This impressive-looking roast is easy to carve once you know where to start.
Provided by Dawn Perry
Categories Lamb Roast Christmas Easter Dinner Vinegar Fennel Carrot Fall Winter Honey Christmas Eve Bon Appétit Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pulse garlic, parsley, fennel seeds, and 1/2 cup fennel fronds in a food processor until very finely chopped. With motor running, slowly add 1/4 cup oil and process until smooth; season generously with salt and pepper (mixture should taste quite salty as this is the only seasoning meat will get). Rub parsley mixture all over lamb. Transfer to a roasting pan, cover, and chill at least 8 hours.
- Let lamb sit at room temperature 1 hour. Bring vinegar and honey to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 8-10 minutes. Set glaze aside.
- Place racks in lower third and middle of oven and preheat to 325°F. Toss fennel and carrots with remaining 1/4 cup oil in a medium bowl and arrange half around lamb in roasting pan; place remaining vegetables on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Roast vegetables on baking sheet on lower rack and lamb on middle rack until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of lamb registers 100°F, about 1 hour.
- Increase oven to 450°F, brush roast with glaze, and continue to roast until an instant-read thermometer registers 120°F, 20-25 minutes longer. Transfer lamb to a cutting board and let rest 30 minutes before carving (temperature will rise to 140°F for medium-rare while lamb is resting).
- Continue to roast vegetables, tossing occasionally, until golden and tender, 20-25 minutes longer.
- Serve lamb with vegetables, topped with fennel fronds.
- DO AHEAD: Lamb can be rubbed with parsley mixture and vegetables can be prepped 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
Caylin Bass
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this dish was surprisingly good. The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Abbdullah Minhas
[email protected]This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The lamb is melt-in-your-mouth tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.
Shahzad Kharal
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Khalil Shakil
[email protected]This was a great recipe. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Ryno Verster
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe. The lamb is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. It's a great dish for a special occasion.
Gary Brown
[email protected]This is one of my favorite lamb recipes. The honey vinegar sauce is so flavorful and the lamb is always tender and juicy.
Adewumi Festus
[email protected]I love this dish! The lamb is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my guests.
Adeola Haryormide
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The lamb is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is amazing. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus, and it was a perfect meal.
Ahsan Parvaiz
[email protected]I wasn't sure how the honey vinegar sauce would taste, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's tangy and sweet, and it pairs perfectly with the lamb. I'll definitely be making this dish again.
Sbonginkosi Khumalo
[email protected]This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The lamb is incredibly tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.
Moises Segovia
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is to die for. I love serving it with roasted vegetables.
Rotanda Swartbooi
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The lamb is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this dish.
YtGamer Girl
[email protected]I made this dish for my family last night and it was a huge success! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Yousuf Pada
[email protected]This honey vinegar leg of lamb is a delightful dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The lamb is tender and juicy, and the honey vinegar sauce is tangy and flavorful. I served it with roasted fennel and carrots, and it was a hit with my guests