Description
A flavorful mutton leg roast marinated with spices, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5.5 lbs leg of lamb (2.5 kg)
- 2.5 tsp Salt (or to taste)
- 1.5 tsp Red chili powder (Cayenne pepper; use less for mild)
- 2 tbsp garlic paste
- 2 tbsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp Crushed red chili
- 1 tbsp green chili paste (optional)
- 1 cup Yogurt
- 2 tbsp cumin-coriander powder (dry roasted)
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice
- 2 tsp garam masala (or allspice powder or curry powder)
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 4 tbsp butter (optional)
- Cilantro for garnish
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed in 1/4 cup of water)
Instructions
- Pat dry and score the leg of lamb.
- Mix the marinade in a large bowl with all ingredients.
- Massage the marinade into the meat.
- Marinate overnight or at least four hours.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Cook the lamb for about 3 hours until it reaches 145°F for medium-rare.
- Prepare the gravy using the pan juices.
- Serve garnished with cilantro.
Notes
If marinating less than overnight, ensure to keep it refrigerated for at least four hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg