Exquisite Mediterranean Roast Lamb
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite Mediterranean roast lamb. Enjoy succulent leg of lamb, perfectly roasted and infused with a blend of black olives, garlic, aromatic spices, and high-quality olive oil. Let the flavors meld together as you savor each tender bite of this delectable dish.
Ingredients
| ⅓ | cup canned black olives, chopped |
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| 4 | cloves garlic |
| 1 | tablespoon ground cumin |
| 1 | teaspoon chili powder |
| ¼ | teaspoon cayenne pepper |
| 2 | tablespoons light olive oil (or virgin) |
| 3 ½ | lbs leg of lamb, bone in |
Instructions
| 1. | Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and lightly oil a shallow roasting pan. |
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| 2. | In a blender or food processor with the metal blade, combine the chopped olives, garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and olive oil. |
| 3. | Blend the mixture until it is almost pureed. |
| 4. | Spread the olive mixture all over the leg of lamb, place the roast in the pan, and roast for approximately 1 hour (about 20 minutes per pound) or until the internal temperature reaches 155°F (68°C). |
| 5. | Allow the lamb to rest for 10 minutes before carving. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 588.5 kcal |
| Protein | 49.6 g |
| Fat | 41.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 1.9 g |
| Fiber | 0.6 g |
| Sugar | 0.1 g |
Published on Jul 31, 2024 by Luminița