Best 7 Lamb Rub Or Marinade Recipes
Lamb is a flavorful and versatile meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer to grill, roast, or braise your lamb, there are a few key things to keep in mind. First, you'll want to choose a good cut of meat. Lamb chops, leg of lamb, and shoulder of lamb are all popular choices. Once you've chosen your cut of meat, you'll need to decide on a rub or marinade. A rub is a dry mixture of spices and herbs that is applied to the surface of the meat before cooking. A marinade is a liquid mixture of spices, herbs, and oil that the meat is soaked in before cooking. Both rubs and marinades can help to enhance the flavor of the lamb and make it more tender.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
LAMB MARINADE RECIPES (FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD)
From several options of marinade for lamb chops to other cuts of lamb marinade recipes. On average each yields just over a cup - enough for a leg of lamb, lamb shoulder or four to six lamb chops. More ideas in the post.
Provided by CraftBeering
Categories Cooking Tips and How Tos
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- For the Mint Yogurt Marinade - chop the mint, mince the garlic, squeeze the lemon juice and mix the ingredients together. Cover the lamb chops completely. This marinade also tenderizes, so do not use it overnight - 2 to 3 hours is ideal.
- For the Spiced Dark Ale Marinade - first soak the star anise in the ale for 5 minutes then add the rest of the ingredients and whisk until combined. Cover the lamb chops with the marinade.
- For the Greek Marinade - chop the oregano (or use the dried version) and mince the garlic. Mix all the ingredients and rub all over the lamb chops.
HERB-MARINATED RACK OF LAMB
Rack of lamb is simple to prepare and quite elegant for a proper dinner party. Racks have become so popular and expensive in the U.S. that chefs have turned to overseas sources to supply their restaurants at a much cheaper price. There are many New Zealand producers selling lamb with no added hormones or antibiotics. Small organic and free range producers in the U.S. sell their animals whole, so you not only get two racks you get everything else, legs, shoulders, shanks, etc. as well. Lambs are very small, 35 to 40 pounds, so if you split a whole one with a friend it is easy to use up all of the cuts. The herb marinade for the rack really perfumes the meat if it is done a day or two ahead of time. The same marinade can be used for many other cuts as well. It is best to remove as many of the herbs and garlic before roasting as they will burn and create off flavors.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 13h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Clean the rib bones well by scraping off meat and sinew with a small sharp knife. Cut the racks in 1/2 so that each has four ribs. Mix together the olive oil, crushed garlic, crushed rosemary and thyme sprigs in a large bowl. Add the lamb and coat well. Grind some coarse black pepper over all. Wrap well and marinate the racks overnight.
- The next day remove the lamb from the marinade and scrape off as many herbs as possible. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season the lamb well with salt; no additional pepper should be necessary, and sear fat side down until golden, about 7 minutes. Turn over so that the fat side is up and roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes. Let the rack rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
- To serve, cut each lamb rack into 4 equal pieces, 2 bones per chop and serve on individual plates or a platter with the accompaniments of your choice.
LAMB MARINADE
This is a lamb marinade for real lamb lovers! Perfect for lamb kabobs. Pour over lamb in a sealable container and marinate for 24 hours.
Provided by Jim Lemonia
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Marinade Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine lemon juice, orange juice, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, oregano, honey, garlic, mustard, garlic powder, liquid smoke, and lemon pepper in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 113.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
GARLIC AND HERB-MARINATED RACK OF LAMB RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: rack of lamb, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, garlic, salt, pepper, chilli powder, olive oil, lemon, red wine
Provided by Dhruv Vohra
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF / 175ºC.
- Chop thyme, rosemary, and garlic together, then place in a large bowl. Add salt, pepper, chilli powder, olive oil, and lemon juice; mix well, then set aside.
- If necessary, trim off some extra fat on the rack of lamb, then cut lamb into 4 pieces. (You can also ask your butcher to prep it for you!)
- Place lamb in the spice mixture, then rub the spice mixture onto the lamb using your hands, covering all sides. Cover and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large cast iron or skillet. Sear all sides of the lamb until meat is dark brown and crispy. When it's almost done, pour in red wine then remove from the heat.
- Roast the lamb in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145˚F / 63˚C
- Serve with roasted veggies.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 0 grams
DELICIOUS SIMPLE MARINADE FOR ROAST LEG OF LAMB
This was a recipe that I originally got from allrecipes.com and have since modified. It is very simple and quick to make, but it yields one of the most delicious tasting roasts I've ever had. Be prepared for people to ask for seconds!
Provided by Slains Girl
Categories Low Protein
Time 15m
Yield 1/2 cup, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix together all the ingredients. Taste and make adjustments to seasoning according to taste.
- Using a sharp knife, make several small slits into the leg of lamb to allow marinade to penetrate. Thoroughly baste the leg of lamb in the marinade.
- Place the lamb, along with the marinade, in a dish big enough to hold the meat. Pour the remaining marinade over it, and place in the refrigerator.
- Allow to marinate overnight, turning once. Baste meat once more before putting into the oven to roast.
- Enjoy!
GRILLED MARINATED LEG OF LAMB
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.
LAMB RUB OR MARINADE
This is a recipe that my stepmother sent me. I haven't made it yet. I plan on using it the next time I make lamb. I wanted to get the recipe submitted in time for ZWT 4-Canada I am sure it can be used on other types of meat or poultry as well. Prep time and total amount are approximate. .
Provided by AuntWoofieWoof
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 15m
Yield 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix everything together in a small bowl.
- Rub on roast or chops.
- After rubbing the rub on the meat, Refrigerate the meat until ready to cook.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 551.5, Fat 54.5, SaturatedFat 7.6, Sodium 8678, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 1.4, Protein 8.8
Tips:
- Choosing the Right Rub or Marinade: Consider the flavors you want to achieve and the cut of lamb you're using. Shoulder and leg benefit from a longer marinade, while chops and steaks can be quickly rubbed before cooking.
- Balancing Flavors: Experiment with different herbs, spices, and citrus to create a harmonious flavor profile. Use a combination of sweet, savory, and earthy elements for a well-rounded rub or marinade.
- Tenderizing Tough Cuts: For tougher cuts like shoulder or shank, consider using a marinade with acidic ingredients like yogurt, buttermilk, or wine. These help break down the connective tissues, resulting in a more tender final product.
- Marinating Time: The ideal marinating time depends on the cut of lamb and the marinade's ingredients. Generally, thinner cuts require less time (30 minutes to 2 hours), while thicker cuts can benefit from a longer soak (up to 24 hours).
- Rubbing Before Cooking: If you're short on time or prefer a simpler approach, a flavorful rub can be applied just before cooking. Make sure to massage it into the lamb's surface to ensure even distribution of flavors.
Conclusion:
With careful selection of ingredients and proper application, rubs and marinades can elevate the flavors of your lamb dishes to new heights. Experiment with different recipes and techniques to find the perfect combination that complements your cooking style and preferences. Whether you choose a zesty marinade or a aromatic rub, these flavor enhancers will transform your lamb into a culinary delight, leaving your taste buds tantalized and satisfied.
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