Best 10 Grilled Boneless Leg Of Lamb Recipes

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Grilled boneless leg of lamb is a delectable dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its succulent and tender texture. This flavorful cut of meat, sourced from the hind leg of a lamb, is a versatile ingredient that can be prepared in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer a simple marinade or a complex rub, grilling boneless leg of lamb allows you to experiment with different flavors and techniques to achieve a perfect balance of taste and texture. Let's explore some mouthwatering recipes that will guide you in creating this culinary masterpiece.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED LEG OF LAMB



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h27m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds (2 pints) plain yogurt (regular or low-fat)
1/2 cup good olive oil, plus more for brushing grill
1 lemon, zested
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (3 lemons)
3/4 cup fresh whole rosemary leaves (2 large bunches)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 (5-pound) butterflied leg of lamb (9 pounds bone-in)

Steps:

  • Combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon zest and juice, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a large non-reactive bowl. Add the lamb, making sure it is covered with marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator, covered, overnight or for up to 3 days.
  • Bring the lamb to room temperature. Prepare a charcoal grill with hot coals. Scrape the marinade off the lamb, wipe the meat with paper towels, and season it generously with salt and pepper. Brush the grill with oil to keep the lamb from sticking, and grill on both sides until the internal temperature is 120 to 125 degrees for rare. This will take 40 minutes to 1 hour, depending on how hot the grill is.
  • Remove the lamb to a cutting board, cover with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 20 minutes. Then slice and serve.

GRILLED BUTTERFLIED LEG OF LAMB



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A butterflied leg of lamb, which cooks quickly and evenly on the grill, has been split down the center, then unfolded and spread open to resemble a butterfly.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary, or 2 teaspoons dried
4 garlic, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 butterflied leg of lamb (4 to 5 pounds), trimmed of excess fat

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, vinegar, rosemary, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Place lamb in a large shallow dish with marinade, and turn to coat. Cover; marinate 1 hour at room temperature or up to overnight in refrigerator, turning occasionally. (Bring to room temperature before grilling.)
  • Heat grill to medium-high. Thread several metal skewers through lamb in both directions to hold meat together during cooking.
  • Grill lamb until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat registers 140 degrees for medium rare, 10 to 15 minutes per side. Let the meat rest, covered, about 10 minutes. Remove the skewers. Slice the meat thinly, against the grain where possible.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 g, Fat 13 g, Protein 35 g

MARINATED GRILLED LAMB



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It's fun to fire up the grill on Easter, especially if you live in a cold climate! A mild marinade we created fabulously flavors lamb.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
3 tablespoons olive oil
8 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 boneless leg of lamb (3 to 4 pounds), trimmed and untied
1 sprig fresh rosemary
Additional salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine first 9 ingredients; add lamb and turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate 4 hours. , Prepare grill for indirect medium heat. Drain lamb, discarding marinade. Place rosemary sprig on lamb; roll up and tie with kitchen string, leaving a portion of the sprig exposed. If desired, sprinkle with additional salt and pepper., Grill lamb, covered, over indirect medium heat 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Remove from grill; tent with foil and let stand 15 minutes before slicing. Discard rosemary sprig before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED LEG OF LAMB STEAKS



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This is the first time I tried leg steaks. I found them to be a delicious and very tender cut of lamb. This is how I was told to prepare them by my mother. Mmmmm very good.

Provided by nichole

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb     Leg

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 bone-in lamb steaks
¼ cup olive oil
4 large cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place lamb steaks in a single layer in a shallow dish. Cover with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Flip steaks to coat both sides. Let sit until steaks absorb flavors, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Cook steaks until browned on the outside and slightly pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side for medium. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 92.9 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 112.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

GRILLED MARINATED LEG OF LAMB



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The uniform thickness of a butterflied boneless leg of lamb makes it extremely simple to cook and serve. Get the recipe.

Categories     Lamb     Garlic     Marinate     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Oregano     Gourmet     Easter     Spring     Meat

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano (preferably Greek), crumbled
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 (4 1/2- to 5-lb) butterflied boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of fat
3 10- to 12-inch metal skewers
Special Equipment
a large (2-gallon) heavy-duty sealable plastic bag; 3 or 4 (10- to 12-inch) metal skewers

Steps:

  • Combine oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in sealable plastic bag. Add lamb and seal bag, pressing out air. Turn bag to coat lamb, then put bag in a shallow baking pan and marinate, chilled, turning bag over occasionally, at least 8 hours.
  • Bring lamb to room temperature, about 1 hour, before grilling.
  • Prepare grill for cooking over direct heat with medium-hot charcoal (moderate heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure.
  • Remove lamb from marinade (discard marinade) and run 3 or 4 skewers lengthwise through lamb about 2 inches apart. Grill on a lightly oiled grill rack, covered only if using gas grill, turning over occasionally and, if necessary, moving around on grill to avoid flare-ups, until thermometer registers 125 to 128°F, 8 to 14 minutes total for medium-rare.
  • Transfer lamb to a cutting board and remove skewers. Let lamb stand, loosely covered with foil, 20 minutes. (Internal temperature will rise to 135°F while meat stands.) Cut across the grain into slices.

GRILLED LEG OF LAMB, SAM'S WAY



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This lamb recipe comes from a feast that Mark Bittman and Sam Sifton prepared in Charleston, S.C. They found good lamb and decided to cook it two different ways, braised and grilled, to bring different textures and flavors to the plate - and also to nod to the tradition of the paschal lamb in Jewish and Christian springtime traditions.

Provided by Mark Bittman And Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, barbecues, main course

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cloves garlic, chopped fine
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves, chopped fine
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 boneless leg of lamb, 5 to 6 pounds, butterflied
Kosher salt and black pepper
2 handfuls pecan shells, or wood chips, soaked in water

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic, rosemary and olive oil in a bowl. Season the lamb with salt and pepper, then massage with the garlic and rosemary mixture and put the meat in the bowl. Cover and allow to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Allow it to come to room temperature, approximately 30 minutes. Meanwhile, build a fire in your grill, leaving 1/3 of the cooking area free of coals.
  • When the fire is hot, sprinkle the pecan shells or wood chips over the fire and place the lamb fat side down. Sear each side of the lamb for approximately 4 minutes each, then remove the lamb to the side of the grill without coals and roast, covered, for approximately 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Tent in foil for 10 to 15 minutes, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 543, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 45 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 757 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

GRILLED BONELESS LEG OF LAMB



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Categories     Sauce     Lamb     Side     Roast

Yield makes at least 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

One 3- to 4-pound butterflied leg of lamb
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried
1 tablespoon chopped or crushed fennel seeds
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or broiler until quite hot; put the rack 4 inches from the heat source.
  • Trim the lamb of excess fat. Mix together the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, fennel seeds, salt, and pepper; rub this mixture well into the lamb, being sure to get some into all the crevices. (If time allows, it does no harm to let the prepared lamb sit in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours; just return the meat to room temperature before grilling.)
  • Sear the meat over the hottest part of the grill until nicely browned on both sides, 10 to 15 minutes. Continue to cook with the grill covered or uncovered for 5 to 15 minutes longer, until the internal temperature at the thickest part is about 125°F. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Variations
  • If grilling isn't an option, you can cook this dish in the oven: Put the broiler rack 4 to 6 inches from the heat source. Keep an eye on the lamb to prevent burning; the cooking time will be a little shorter. Or roast it in the middle of the oven, at 450°F, turning occasionally; the cooking time will be about the same.
  • Grilled Boneless Leg of Lamb with Coriander and Ginger: Use a combination of 1 tablespoon coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, 1 tablespoon garlic, and 1 tablespoon peeled fresh ginger, all minced or coarsely ground together; moisten with a little soy sauce.
  • Curried Boneless Leg of Lamb: Rub the lamb all over with 2 tablespoons curry powder mixed with 1/2 cup yogurt.
  • Grilled Soy-and-Ginger Boneless Lamb Leg: Rub the lamb all over with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon peeled minced or grated fresh ginger. Serve with lemon wedges.

GRILLED LEG OF LAMB WITH GARLIC AND MINT



Grilled Leg of Lamb with Garlic and Mint image

Marinated leg of lamb is elegant enough for a special occasion, but easy enough to make any night of the week.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Time P1D

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 bunch fresh mint, coarsely chopped
1 head garlic, cloves crushed and peeled
Finely grated zest of 2 lemons
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
3 pounds boneless leg of lamb (about 1/2 of 1 large leg), butterflied

Steps:

  • Combine oil, mint, garlic, zest, 3 tablespoons salt, and the red-pepper flakes; season with pepper. Reserve 1/2 cup marinade.
  • Pound lamb to an even 1-inch thickness. Place lamb in a baking dish, and massage marinade into meat. Refrigerate overnight.
  • Let lamb stand at room temperature for 1 hour before grilling. Heat grill to medium-high. Brush grates with oil. Remove lamb from dish, and brush off any excess marinade. Grill lamb, flipping every 5 minutes for even cooking, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 130 degrees to 135 degrees for medium-rare, 8 to 10 minutes per side. Let stand for 10 minutes. Slice lamb across the grain. Drizzle with reserved marinade.

GRILLED LEG OF LAMB



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Make and share this Grilled Leg of Lamb recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Starbucks

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 4h40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Spanish onions, coarsely chopped
3 tomatoes, coarsely chopped
6 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground cardamom
1 (4 lb) butterflied boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of fat and scored
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
oil, for grill

Steps:

  • Combine the onions, tomatoes, garlic, pepper, paprika, cumin, coriander, and cardamom in a food processor and puree until smooth.
  • Put the lamb in a shallow baking dish and pour the marinade over to cover. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or up to overnight.
  • Bring the lamb to room temperature, about 30 minutes, before grilling.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and rub with oil to prevent sticking.
  • Remove the lamb from marinade, reserving the marinade for basting, and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
  • Lay the lamb on the grill and cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Using tongs, carefully flip the lamb over and grill the second side for 15 to 20 minutes more, basting with reserved marinade occasionally. If necessary, move the lamb around the grill to avoid flare-ups. The internal temperature of the lamb should register 125 to 130-degrees F for medium-rare.
  • Transfer the lamb to a cutting board and tent with aluminum foil. Let the lamb rest for 15 minutes (internal temperature will rise to 135-degrees F while the meat stands.) Thinly slice the lamb across the grain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558.2, Fat 39.5, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 156.5, Sodium 133.8, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.6, Protein 42.1

AUSSIE BARBECUED BONELESS LEG OF LAMB



Aussie Barbecued Boneless Leg of Lamb image

Well worth every hour of waiting for this to slow cook on the grill (or oven). You'll have plenty of time to enjoy your favorite appetizers and cocktails while basting and keeping the coals going. An absolutely divine recipe for Lamb!

Provided by sassafrasnanc

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup white vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
3 lbs boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of fat
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup lemon juice
3/4 cup vegetable oil
2 1/2 cups tomato puree
2 cups onions, chopped
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce, such as tabasco
1 teaspoon hot green chili pepper, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Marinade:.
  • Whisk together the first 5 ingredients and pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the leg of lamb coating with the marinade well. Squeeze out extra air and seal the bag. Marinade at room temperature for 2 hours.
  • Basting Mix:.
  • Stir together the remaining ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium high heat, reduce to medium low and simmer for 30 minutes until the onions have softened and the sauce has thickened.
  • Preheat outdoor grill to medium low heat. (I prefer the indirect cooking method on my kettle style grill for this).
  • Lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove lamb from marinade (discard the excess marinade) and place on the preheated grill. Baste with the barbecue sauce and grill the lamb for 1 1/2 to 2 hours until it reaches desired temperature. Turn and baste the lamb frequently with the hot barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1168.6, Fat 103.1, SaturatedFat 25.2, Cholesterol 156.5, Sodium 1751.9, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 8.1, Protein 43.5

Tips:

  • Choose a high-quality leg of lamb. Look for a leg that is a deep red color with a firm texture. Avoid any legs that are bruised or have a slimy texture.
  • Marinate the lamb before grilling. This will help to tenderize the meat and add flavor. You can use a variety of marinades, but a simple marinade made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs is a good option.
  • Grill the lamb over medium-high heat. This will help to create a nice sear on the outside of the meat while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the lamb is cooked to your desired doneness. A medium-rare lamb will have an internal temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit, while a medium lamb will have an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the lamb rest before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Grilled boneless leg of lamb is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion dinner. By following these tips, you can ensure that your lamb is cooked to perfection and that your guests will enjoy it.

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