SPICE-RUBBED BUTTERFLIED LEG OF LAMB

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This is Bruce Aidell's recipe. I wish I could take credit! This recipe is so incredible that even those that "don't like lamb" will LOVE it! My kids fight over it. The marinade takes a bit of time to make but it is sooooo worth it! I posted it here because I had a hard time locating it. I have seen a few that are similar, but not quite the same. Enjoy!!!

Provided by Tantric1

Categories     Easy

Time P1DT30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 large onion, cut into 2-inch pieces
6 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh marjoram
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 (4 1/2-5 lb) boneless leg of lamb, butterflied, fat and sinew trimmed

Steps:

  • Combine first 13 ingredients in processor. Using on/off turns, process until coarse paste forms. Add oil and lemon juice and process until well blended.
  • Place lamb in large resealable plastic bag. Pour spice mixture over lamb; seal bag. Turn bag several times and rub spice mixture into lamb. Refrigerate overnight, turning bag occasionally.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Remove lamb from marinade; shake off excess. Grill lamb to desired doneness or until instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of lamb registers 125°F to 130°F, for medium-rare about 15 minutes per side. Transfer lamb to cutting board. Cover with foil and let stand 5 to 10 minutes. Cut lamb into 1/3-inch-thick slices. Arrange on platter and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 970.1, Fat 76.7, SaturatedFat 27.9, Cholesterol 234.7, Sodium 1398.9, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.2, Protein 62

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