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Barbecued Leg of Lamb

This recipe for Barbequed Leg of Lamb is phenomenal; perfect for a special barbecue or as an exciting alternative to the traditional Sunday roast. The blend of aromatic spices and the tenderising yoghurt marinade results in melt-in-the-mouth lamb with deep, smoky flavours.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe for Barbequed Leg of Lamb

✔️ Incredible flavours – Warm, fragrant spices infuse the lamb beautifully.
✔️ Juicy & tender meat – Yoghurt works as a natural tenderiser.
✔️ Minimal effort, maximum flavour – Just 30 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking!

Ingredients

• 1.5kg leg of lamb, boned and butterflied
• Juice of 2 lemons
• Salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander seeds
• 1 tsp black peppercorns
• 2 whole cloves
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 450g Greek yoghurt

Step 1: Marinate the Lamb (48 hours before cooking)

1. Place the lamb in a container, pour over the lemon juice, and sprinkle with salt.
2. Turn the lamb to ensure even coverage. Cover with cling film and refrigerate for 24 hours.

Step 2: Prepare the Spice Marinade (24 hours before cooking)

1. Toast the cumin, coriander, peppercorns, cloves, and cinnamon in a dry frying pan for a few minutes until fragrant.
2. Grind the spices finely using a spice mill or pestle and mortar.
3. Mix the spices into the Greek yoghurt to create a rich, spiced marinade.
4. Drain the lamb and discard the lemon juice. Coat the lamb thoroughly in the spiced yoghurt marinade, ensuring all sides are covered.
5. Cover and refrigerate for another 24 hours.

Step 3: Prepare for Cooking

• 2 hours before cooking: Remove the lamb from the fridge to bring it to room temperature.
• 1 hour before cooking: Light the barbecue.

Step 4: Cook the Lamb

1. Remove excess marinade from the lamb and season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Place the lamb 15cm above the hot coals and cook for 15 minutes without moving.
3. Turn the lamb and cook the other side for another 15 minutes.
4. Remove from the barbecue, cover with foil, and rest for 15 minutes.

Step 5: Serve your Barbequed Leg of Lamb & Enjoy!

• Slice the lamb – the outer edges will be well done, while the centre remains juicy and pink.
• Serve with flatbreads, grilled vegetables, and a tangy yoghurt sauce.

Be prepared for this to be the best barbecue you’ve ever done!

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