Best 5 New Zealand Lamb Marinade Recipes
New Zealand lamb is renowned for its tender texture and delicate flavor. Whether you are preparing a special meal for a dinner party or a casual meal for your family, marinating your lamb will enhance its natural flavors and make it even more delicious. With so many different marinades to choose from, it can be difficult to decide which one is right for you. In this article, we will provide you with several of the best marinade recipes for New Zealand lamb, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
SUPER SIMPLE LAMB MARINADE
This is such a simple marinade, so easy to prepare and best of all - it's done in a big zip-lock bag, so there's no mess to clean up. It's great for grilling or for roasting. I use it on any cut of lamb. I'm splurging on two 1-pound pre-frenched racks of lamb from "New Zealand Fresh Lamb" for our anniversary. It makes enough for about 2 - 2 1/2 pounds of lamb. You can always vary the few spices in it to suit your taste.
Provided by Crabzilla
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 10m
Yield 1 Cup
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add all ingredients to the zip-lock bag, seal, and smoosh around to blend everything together.
- Dump your lamb chops or racks in and marinate in fridge for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.
- Take out and bring to room temperature before cooking.
- Heat up your oven or grill and cook away, using the remaining marinade for an occassional basting!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.2, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 10920.5, Carbohydrate 83.7, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 66.6, Protein 19.6
ROAST LEG OF LAMB WITH ROSEMARY
This leg of lamb is marinated overnight with fresh rosemary, garlic, mustard, honey and lemon zest. Be prepared for many requests for seconds!
Provided by JMASS
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb Leg
Time P1DT1h35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, rosemary, ground black pepper, lemon zest and garlic. Mix well and apply to the lamb. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Place lamb on a rack in a roasting pan and sprinkle with salt to taste.
- Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 20 minutes, then reduce heat to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and roast for 55 to 60 more minutes for medium rare. The internal temperature should be at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) when taken with a meat thermometer. Let the roast rest for about 10 minutes before carving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 156.5 mg, Fat 38.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 40.7 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 378.7 mg, Sugar 7 g
GRILLED NEW ZEALAND LAMB RACK
Steps:
- In a small dry skillet, heat the peppercorns over medium heat until fragrant, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a pan large enough to hold the racks and add the mustard, soy sauce, red wine, thyme, garlic, and oil. Mix, add the racks, and turn to coat them. Marinate in the refrigerator, turning occasionally, at least 8 hours and preferably overnight. Prepare an outdoor grill or preheat the broiler. Season the lamb with the salt and pepper and grill over high heat, or broil, turning once, until brown and crisp, 12 to 15 minutes. Let rest 3 minutes before slicing.
NEW ZEALAND LAMB MARINADE
From the New Zealand Lamb Cooperative, this is great! Use the cut of meat you desire, marinate, and cook!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Vegetable
Time 5m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place lamb in a dish just large enough to hold meat.
- Whisk marinade ingredients together and pour over top. Refrigerate for 4 hours, turning once.
- Drain, and cook as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 615.6, Fat 54.7, SaturatedFat 7.2, Sodium 591.7, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.7, Protein 1.2
MARINATED LEG OF LAMB
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Lamb Recipes
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the wine, olive oil, rosemary, garlic, salt, and pepper. Place the lamb in a shallow pan, and pour the marinade over the meat. Cover and refrigerate, turning and rotating the lamb periodically, for 4 to 5 hours.
- Remove the lamb from the marinade. Pat dry with paper towels. Wrap the piece of meat around the rotisserie rod. Secure with clamps and tie the rolled roast together with cotton string.
- Cook over the prepared coals until the meat is the desired temperature, 145 degrees for medium-rare, 160 degrees for medium, about 2 hours.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use high-quality lamb. Look for meat that is a deep red color and has a fine grain.
- Trim any excess fat from the lamb before marinating. This will help the marinade to penetrate the meat more deeply.
- Use a variety of herbs and spices in your marinade. This will give the lamb a complex and flavorful taste.
- Let the lamb marinate for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. Marinating for too long can make the meat tough.
- Cook the lamb over medium heat. This will help to prevent the meat from drying out.
- Serve the lamb with your favorite sides. Some popular options include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
New Zealand lamb is a delicious and versatile meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Marinating the lamb before cooking is a great way to add flavor and tenderness to the meat. With a little planning, you can create a delicious and memorable meal that your family and friends will love.
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