Essex Butchers are happy to share our recipe for a delicious roasted leg of lamb! 

Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

• 1 leg of lamb, bone-in (around 4-5 pounds)
• 6 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1/2 tablespoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions:

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
• In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, and olive oil.
• Rub the spice mixture all over the leg of lamb, making sure to cover the entire surface.
• Place the lamb in a roasting pan, bone-side down.
• Roast the lamb for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
• Continue to roast the lamb for another 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare or 160°F (71°C) for medium.
• Once the lamb has finished cooking, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
• Serve with your favourite sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Our recipe for a flavorful and juicy roasted leg of lamb. Enjoy!