roast leg of lamb

prep time: 10min

cooking time: 1.15hr 

serving: 6-8

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this recipe is free from gluten, dairy and sugar.

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ingredients

2.5kg leg of lamb

Zest of 2 lemons

Juice of 2 lemons

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup fresh rosemary, finely chopped

1/4 cup fresh oregano, finely chopped

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method

1. combine lemon zest, juice, olive oil, garlic and fresh herbs.

 

2. place lamb in a glass container/bowl and cover well with marinade. Seal and refrigerate for

 

3. minimum 4- 6 hours (overnight - 24 hours will enhance flavours and tenderise meat).

 

4. pre-heat oven to 180’C. E

 

5. place lamb on a roasting tray and cook for 1 hour 40 mins or until cooked to liking (approx 20 minutes per 500g).

 

6. allow to rest for 15 minutes before slicing.

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