• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Marinating Time: 8 hours
• Tempering Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 75-90 minutes
• Servings: 8
Ingredients
• For the Marinade:
o 0.33 cup fresh parsley, chopped
o 4 garlic cloves, minced
o 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
o 1 tbsp ground coriander
o 1 tbsp ground cumin
o 1 tbsp smoked paprika
o 1 tbsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
o 0.5 tsp ground allspice
o 0.33 cup olive oil
• For the Lamb:
o 1 (5 lb / 80 oz / 2268 g) grass-fed, bone-in leg of lamb
Directions
1. Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl or food processor, combine the parsley, minced garlic, lemon zest, ground coriander, ground cumin, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, allspice, and olive oil. Mix or blend until it forms a consistent paste.
2. Coat the Lamb: Pat the leg of lamb dry with paper towels. Rub the marinade mixture evenly over the entire surface of the meat.
3. Marinate: Place the coated lamb in a large dish or a resealable plastic bag. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight for best results.
4. Temper the Meat: Remove the leg of lamb from the refrigerator 30 minutes before roasting. Allow it to rest at room temperature.
5. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Arrange the main oven rack in the center position.
6. Prepare Pan: Arrange a greased metal rack inside a large roasting pan.
7. Position Lamb: Place the leg of lamb on the rack within the roasting pan, fat-side up.
8. Roast: Transfer the pan to the preheated oven. Roast for approximately 75 to 90 minutes (1.25 to 1.5 hours). Rotate the pan once, halfway through the cooking time, to ensure even browning.
o Note: For a medium-rare finish, aim for an internal temperature of 135°F (57°C) when checked with a meat thermometer in the thickest part, avoiding the bone.
9. Rest: Remove the lamb from the oven and transfer it to a cutting board. Tent it loosely with aluminum foil and let it rest for 15-20 minutes. This step is essential for the juices to redistribute.
10. Serve: Carve the lamb against the grain and serve immediately.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
• Calories: 610
• Fat: 29.6 g
• Fiber: 0.7 g
