GRILLED LEG OF LAMB WITH ANCHO CHILE MARINADE

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Provided by Jeanne Kelley

Categories     Lamb     Marinate     Low Cal     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Grill     Chill     Grill/Barbecue     Party     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 garlic cloves, peeled
4 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, divided
3 tablespoons ancho chile powder*
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 green onions, divided
1 tablespoon (packed) dark brown sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
2 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 4 1/2-pound boneless leg of lamb, opened flat like a book, trimmed of all fat and sinew (3 1/2 pounds after trimming)

Steps:

  • Combine wine, oil, garlic, 3 tablespoons oregano, ancho chile powder, lemon juice, 1 green onion, sugar, salt, and pepper in blender. Blend mixture until smooth. Transfer marinade to 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Add lamb and turn to coat evenly. Cover dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Grill lamb with some of marinade still clinging to surface until lamb is cooked to desired doneness, 15 to 16 minutes per side for medium-rare (130°F). Transfer lamb to carving board. Let lamb rest 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, finely chop remaining green onion and 1 tablespoon oregano leaves; combine in small bowl.
  • Thinly slice lamb across grain. Arrange lamb slices on platter. Pour over any accumulated juices. Sprinkle with onion-oregano mixture and serve.
  • * Available in the spice section of many supermarkets and at Latin markets.

Mrmohiee Bradey
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the ancho chile marinade gives it a unique flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a special occasion dish that is su


Aaron Ainslie
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I love the smoky flavor that the ancho chile marinade gives to the lamb. It's a great change from the traditional rosemary and garlic marinade. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lamb.


starfighter 82
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This was my first time grilling lamb, and I was really happy with the results. The lamb was cooked perfectly, and the ancho chile marinade gave it a great flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to cook


Sean Rusby
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this dish. The marinade made all the difference. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to cook lamb.


Irfan Ali Kalhoro
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the lamb is always delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a quick and easy lamb dish.


Hnar Iskan
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The lamb is always cooked perfectly, and the ancho chile marinade is the perfect complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lamb.


keitse sephetsolo
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the ancho chile marinade gives it a unique flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a special occasion dish that is su


Afootboymonir hossain
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I love the smoky flavor that the ancho chile marinade gives to the lamb. It's a great change from the traditional rosemary and garlic marinade. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lamb.


Zak
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This was my first time grilling lamb, and I was really happy with the results. The lamb was cooked perfectly, and the ancho chile marinade gave it a great flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to cook


Mary rose
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I'm not a big fan of ancho chile, but I really enjoyed this dish. The marinade was not too spicy, and it really complemented the lamb. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to cook lamb.


Khan Sharf
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the lamb is always delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a quick and easy lamb dish.


Tasheka Shearwood
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The lamb is always tender and flavorful, and the ancho chile marinade is the perfect complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lamb.


sintayehu desta
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I made this dish for a special occasion dinner, and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the lamb, and I was so happy with how it turned out. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a special occasion dish that is


Johny Dang
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This was my first time cooking lamb, and I was really impressed with how easy it was. The marinade did all the work, and the lamb turned out perfectly tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Kamron Ford
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The ancho chile marinade is perfectly balanced, and it really complements the lamb. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy lamb dish.


Dante Carvin
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This is one of my favorite lamb recipes. It's always a hit at parties and gatherings. The ancho chile marinade is so flavorful, and it really makes the lamb stand out.


Christopher Rodriguez
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this dish. The marinade made all the difference. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to cook lamb.


ABDO EL
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My family loved this recipe! The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the ancho chile marinade gave it a nice kick. I'll definitely be making this again.