Best 8 Grilled Leg Of Lamb With Mango And Mint Sauce Recipes

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Grilled leg of lamb is a succulent and flavorful dish that exudes a delightful aroma. This recipe for grilled leg of lamb with mango and mint sauce takes the classic dish to a whole new level. The combination of tender and juicy lamb, sweet and tangy mango, and refreshing mint creates a perfect balance of flavors, making this dish a standout at any gathering. Whether you are cooking for a special occasion or simply want to enjoy a memorable meal, this recipe provides step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a perfect result every time.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

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 WITH MINT



Grilled Butterflied Leg Of Lamb With Mint image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 3h25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 leg of lamb (about six pounds), boned so that it lies flat
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
Freshly ground pepper to taste
About 30 mint leaves (enough to cover the base of a serving dish)

Steps:

  • Wipe lamb dry with paper towels and remove any large pieces of fat. In a small bowl, mix together mustard, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, rosemary and pepper. Spread mixture over lamb on both sides. Refrigerate for three hours or overnight.
  • Preheat coal for grilling. Spread mint leaves on a serving dish so that they make a thick carpet. Lay lamb on a rack and grill seven to eight minutes on each side for medium rare. Cook longer for well done.
  • Place lamb on a board and slice pieces thin with a sharp knife. Arrange pieces on top of the mint in overlapping layers and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 546, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 40 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 243 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GRILLED LEG OF LAMB WITH GARLIC AND MINT



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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.

CHEF JOHN'S GRILLED LAMB WITH MINT ORANGE SAUCE



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Using a blend of Mediterranean herbs and spices and a touch of cinnamon, these tender grilled lamb chops are served with orange and fresh mint sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb     Chops

Time 4h25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds lamb loin chops
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon mixed herbs - Italian, Greek, or French blend
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt as needed
¼ cup orange marmalade
1 pinch hot chili flakes
½ tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Place lamb chops in a large bowl. Season with olive oil, garlic, cumin, mixed herbs, pepper, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, and salt. Toss until well coated with oil and seasonings. Cover and refrigerate. Allow to marinate at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Place lamb chops on grill. Sprinkle the chops with a bit of salt. Grill until seared on the first side, 4 to 7 minutes depending on the size of the chops. Rotate chops a half turn on the grill about a minute before turning them. Turn and grill the other side to desired doneness, another 4 to 7 minutes. For medium rare, an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should bead 125 to 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Transfer to a serving dish and tent loosely with foil.
  • Place marmalade in bowl. Add chili flakes, mint, and rice vinegar. Stir together thoroughly.
  • Brush the sauce over the chops and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 107.6 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 125.5 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

GRILLED LAMB WITH HORSERADISH-MINT SAUCE



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Provided by Kristin H. R. Small

Categories     Herb     Lamb     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Horseradish     Mint     Spring     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit     Georgia

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 large garlic clove, minced
2 3/4-inch-thick lamb leg steaks
Salt
Pepper

Steps:

  • Combine first three ingredients. Set aside. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Combine mustard and garlic and rub on both sides of lamb. Season with salt and pepper. Grill lamb to desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Serve immediately with sauce.

MINT-MARINATED LEG OF LAMB



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Categories     Lamb     Marinate     Roast     Easter     Low Carb     Mint     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/4 cup packed minced fresh mint
4 large garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves, crumbled
1 5-pound leg of lamb, boned, butterflied
Fresh mint sprigs

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients in large glass baking dish. Season with generous amount of pepper. Add lamb, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Drain lamb and transfer to large roasting pan. Season both sides with salt and generous amount of pepper. Arrange fat side down in pan. Roast 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F and continue roasting until thermometer inserted in thickest part of lamb registers 130°F for rare, about 20 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes. Cut into slices. Arrange on platter. Garnish with mint sprigs and serve.

GRILLED LEG OF LAMB WITH YOGURT-MINT SAUCE



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I soooooo love lamb, and this makes up into one very delicious meal. I got this out of a Sunset Magazine with an article on Orcas Island recipes, which when visiting Washington State be sure to take the Ferry out and visit this spectacular place.

Provided by Chabear01

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 3h6m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 yellow onion, peeled and quartered
7 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, roughly chopped
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
2/3 cup olive oil
4 -5 lbs leg of lamb, boned and butterflied, and trimmed of fat (I get the butcher to do this for me)
1 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
2 bunches radishes, rinsed and trimed
1/4 cup whole plain yogurt
1 garlic clove, minced
2/3 cup fresh mint leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
3/4 cup whole plain yogurt, additional

Steps:

  • In a blender, whirl yellow onion, garlic, rosemary, lemon juice, and salt. With blender running, slowly pour in olive oil.
  • Rinse lamb and pat dry. With a small knife, make small slashes (1 inch long and 1 inch deep) all over the lamb, and put it in a nonreactive dish. Coat lamb with onion marinade, making sure the mixture gets into the slits. Cover and chill 2 hours or up to overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Remove lamb from refrigerator about 1 hour before you plan to cook it. Spread lamb flat on an oiled barbeque grill over a solid bed of medium-heat on a gas grill (you can hold your hand 1 to 2 inches above grill level only 4 to 5 seconds.). Close lid. Cook lamb, turning once and brushing with marinade, until a thermometer inserted in center of thickest part registers 140 degrees, about 40 minutes.
  • Transfer meat to a platter and cover. Let rest 15 to 20 minutes. Thinly slice meat, garnish with sliced red onion and radishes, and serve with yogurt-mint sauce.
  • Yogurt-Mint Sauce:.
  • In a blender whirl all ingredients until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl and stir in an additional 3/4 cup plain whole plain yogurt. Makes about 1 cup sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657.5, Fat 49.7, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 155.9, Sodium 1166.9, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 43.9

LEG OF LAMB WITH MINT SAUCE



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Served with roasted potatoes, this lamb is perfect for a simple, elegant Easter dinner. This recipe comes from Suzanne Ironbiter, Goldens Bridge, New York.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 whole bone-in leg of lamb (7 to 8 pounds), trimmed of excess fat and membrane
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 large garlic cloves, cut into 20 slivers
1/2 cup white-wine vinegar
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed fresh mint leaves, chopped
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees, with rack in lower third. Rub lamb with a generous amount of salt and pepper, then rub with oil. With the tip of a sharp paring knife, cut twenty 1/2-inch-deep slits all over lamb; insert garlic slivers into openings.
  • Place lamb on a roasting rack set on a rimmed baking sheet; place in oven. Immediately reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees. Roast lamb until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part (avoiding bone) registers 125 degrees to 135 degrees for rare, or 135 degrees to 140 degrees for medium, 1 1/4 to 1 3/4 hours. Remove from oven; let rest 10 to 15 minutes before carving.
  • Meanwhile, make the mint sauce: In a small saucepan, bring vinegar, sugar, and water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until liquid is syrupy and reduced to 1 cup, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in mint, and let cool completely.

Tips:

  • To ensure the lamb is cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. For medium-rare lamb, the internal temperature should reach 135°F (57°C).
  • To prevent the lamb from drying out, baste it with the marinade or a mixture of olive oil and water every 20-30 minutes during grilling.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the lamb in the oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and roast the lamb for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C).
  • For the mango and mint sauce, use ripe mangoes that are sweet and juicy. If you can't find fresh mangoes, you can use frozen or canned mangoes.
  • To make the sauce ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Grilled leg of lamb with mango and mint sauce is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for any special occasion. The lamb is tender and flavorful, and the mango and mint sauce adds a refreshing and tangy flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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