MICHAEL SYMON'S LEG OF LAMB WITH ROASTED POTATOES RECIPE - (5/5)

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Provided by Tony_Monteleone

Number Of Ingredients 29

For the Leg of Lamb:
6 Shallots (minced)
4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
1/4 cup Fresh Rosemary
1/4 cup Fresh Oregano
2 tablespoons Sugar
2 tablespoons Coriander Seeds (toasted and crushed)
1 tablespoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1 1/2 tablespoon Kosher Salt
1 6-pound Bone-in Leg of Lamb
For the Roasted Potatoes:
Nonstick vegetable cooking oil spray
4 pounds Unpeeled Fingerling Potatoes (rinsed and halved lengthwise)
1/2 cup Olive Oil
1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
6 tablespoons Fresh Chopped Dill
4 teaspoons Finely grated Lemon Peel
24 Garlic Cloves (sliced)
Kosher salt and black pepper
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
2 cups Greek Yogurt
1 Cucumber
Kosher Salt
Juice and Zest of 2 Lemons
2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Mint
1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
1 tablespoon Minced Shallot
Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Steps:

  • 6 Shallots (minced) 4 Garlic Cloves (minced) 1/4 cup Fresh Rosemary 1/4 cup Fresh Oregano 2 tablespoons Sugar 2 tablespoons Coriander Seeds (toasted and crushed) 1 tablespoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes 1 1/2 tablespoon Kosher Salt For the Leg of Lamb: Mix together in a medium bowl the shallots, garlic, rosemary, oregano, sugar, coriander, red pepper flakes, and salt. 1 6-pound Bone-in Leg of Lamb Rub the mixture all over the surface of the lamb. Place in a large glass baking dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight. Remove the lamb from the baking dish, rinse off the seasonings, and pat dry. Let the lamb sit a room temperature for 1 hour. Preheat the oven to 375F. Heat a roasting pan or large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the lamb and brown on all sides, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer the lamb, fat side up, to a roasting rack set into a roasting pan. If you have extra rosemary lay the sprigs over the lamb with a drizzle of olive oil over the top. Roast until the lamb reaches an internal temperature of 140F, about 1 1/2 hours. Remove the lamb from the pan and set it aside to rest for 20 minutes. Slice and serve. For the Potatoes: Position 1 rack in top third and 1 rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 375°. Nonstick vegetable cooking oil spray Spray 2 large rimmed baking sheets with nonstick spray. 4 pounds Unpeeled Fingerling Potatoes (rinsed and halved lengthwise) 1/2 cup Olive Oil Kosher salt and black pepper Toss potatoes with 1/2 cup olive oil in large bowl. Sprinkle generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Spread potatoes in single layer on baking sheets, dividing equally. Roast 30 minutes. 1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice 6 tablespoons Fresh Chopped Dill 4 teaspoons Finely grated Lemon Peel Meanwhile, whisk extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dill, and lemon peel in small bowl to blend for dressing. 24 Garlic Cloves (sliced) Toss garlic and 2 tablespoons dressing in another small bowl. Divide garlic mixture between baking sheets with potatoes and toss; reverse baking sheets and continue to roast until potatoes are tender and brown around edges, about 15 minutes longer. Toss roasted potatoes in large bowl with enough of remaining dressing to coat and serve. 2 cups Greek Yogurt For the Tzatziki Sauce: Put the yogurt in cheesecloth-lined strainer and set over a bowl and let drain for 24 hours in the refrigerator. 1 Cucumber Kosher Salt Peel and dice the cucumber, sprinkle it with salt and place in a strainer at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours to drain. Juice and Zest of 2 Lemons 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Mint 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic 1 tablespoon Minced Shallot Freshly Ground Black Pepper Kosher Salt Stir together the yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice and zest, mint, garlic, and shallot in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Inusa Sonjeh
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Delicious!


Akbar Ali Shaikh
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The lamb was cooked perfectly and the potatoes were crispy and flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive dish.


William Malcom
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This was my first time cooking lamb and it turned out great! The meat was tender and flavorful, and the potatoes were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this dish again.


LaMont Kennedy
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I've tried this recipe twice now and both times it's been a hit. The lamb is always cooked perfectly and the potatoes are crispy and flavorful. I love that it's a one-pan meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Manohar Gyan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the potatoes were crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Michael Fittiwy
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The lamb was a bit dry, but the potatoes were delicious.


Muhammad Usman Safi
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This was my first time cooking leg of lamb and it turned out amazing! The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and the potatoes were roasted to perfection. I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.


Jingo Pion33r
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the potatoes are crispy and flavorful. I love that it's a one-pan meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Abbasi Shahmeer
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The lamb was cooked perfectly and the potatoes were crispy and flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive dish.


rabby hossien
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The lamb was a bit overcooked, but the potatoes were delicious.


Rasul Yasin20
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This was my first time cooking lamb and it turned out great! The meat was tender and flavorful, and the potatoes were roasted to perfection. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Juan Alvino
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I've tried this recipe twice now and both times it's been a hit. The lamb is always cooked perfectly and the potatoes are crispy and flavorful. I love that it's a one-pan meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Arikeh Adeh
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the potatoes were crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this dish again.


BilL Chudry
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The lamb was a bit dry, but the potatoes were delicious.


ibrahem omare
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I made this for a special occasion dinner and it was a huge success. The lamb was incredibly flavorful and the potatoes were roasted to perfection. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive dish.


Jebi Rai
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This was my first time cooking leg of lamb and it turned out amazing! The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and the potatoes were roasted to perfection. I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.


Ariba Nasir
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I've made this lamb dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is always cooked to perfection and the potatoes are crispy and flavorful. The key is to use good quality ingredients and to not overcook the lamb.


Eyad.m
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This leg of lamb with roasted potatoes was a hit! The lamb was tender and juicy, and the potatoes were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The flavors of the herbs and spices were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this dish


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