This easy roast leg of lamb recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a family dinner. With minimal preparation and a few basic ingredients, you can create a delicious and tender lamb roast that will impress everyone.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
1h 30min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 kg leg of lamb
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Step 2
Make small incisions all over the leg of lamb and insert the slices of garlic into the incisions.
Step 3
Rub the lamb with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Step 4
Place the rosemary sprigs on top of the lamb.
Step 5
Put the lamb in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 60°C (140°F) for medium-rare.
Step 6
Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.