ROAST LEG OF LAMB WITH MOROCCAN SPICE RUB

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Categories     Lamb     Dinner

Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 14

For Moroccan Spice Rub:
1 tablespoon cumin seeds [or 1 tablespoon ground cumin-see Kitchen Notes]
1 tablespoon coriander seeds [see Kitchen Notes]
1 teaspoon black peppercorns [or 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper]
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon allspice
20 threads saffron, finely broken
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup minced parsley
zest of 1 lemon
1/3 cup olive oil
1 leg of lamb, 5 to 6 pounds

Steps:

  • Make the spice rub. Toast cumin seeds and coriander seeds in a dry skillet over medium low heat, stirring frequently, for 5 or so minutes, until fragrant. Transfer to plate and let cool thoroughly. Grind cumin, coriander and peppercorns with a mortar and pestle or in a spice grinder. Combine the cumin mixture in a bowl with the remaining rub ingredients, stirring to thoroughly blend. Spread the rub evenly over the entire surface of the leg of lamb. I spooned it on, then used my hands. Wrap the leg of lamb in plastic wrap and marinate, chilled, for 4 hours or longer. Remove from fridge for last half-hour of marinating to let it warm up slightly before roasting. Roast the leg of lamb. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Lightly oil a baking pan [just to make it easier to clean later] and place the leg of lamb in a rack in the pan. Roast in the center of the oven for 15 to 20 minutes per pound, rotating the pan once halfway through. Variations in ovens and the size of the leg of lamb will cause cooking times to vary quite a bit. Use a quick-read thermometer to check the lamb well before you think it should be done [make sure you don't hit the bone-that will give you an inflated reading]. You're shooting for an internal temperature of anywhere from 130 to 145ºF. Remove from the oven and let it rest, tented lightly with foil, for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Kitchen Notes Seeds or powder? If you don't have cumin seeds and coriander seeds, you can substitute the powdered versions of both. We use boatloads of ground cumin in our kitchen. But grinding freshly toasted seeds really makes for a more flavorful blend, and it's quick and easy to do. Other uses for Moroccan spice rub. This flavorful rub will bring big flavor to chicken, beef and pork too. Roasting, braising or pan grilling are good ways to cook with it. Indirect grilling would work nicely too.

shehara hirushi
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This is the best lamb recipe I've ever tried. The spice rub is amazing and the lamb is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Md a b spoon mia Sopon
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the spice rub is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ratib Jamal (Tib)
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This is my go-to lamb recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser and the lamb is always cooked perfectly. I love the spice rub too. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Cool Animations
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I tried this recipe for the first time last night and it was a hit! The lamb was so tender and the spice rub was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Sk fahim Khan
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This is one of my favorite lamb recipes. The spice rub is amazing and the lamb is always cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


Alhaf Shah
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I love this recipe! The lamb is always so tender and flavorful. I also love the spice rub. It's the perfect blend of spices.


wilson paul
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lamb turned out perfectly. The spice rub was delicious and gave the lamb a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Nusratjahan Payel
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I made this dish for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the lamb and the spice rub. I will definitely be making this again.


Austin Messner
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This is my new favorite lamb recipe! The spice rub is incredible and the lamb is so tender and juicy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Aiman Shujat
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I tried this recipe last night and it was amazing! The lamb was cooked to perfection and the spice rub was so flavorful. My husband and I both loved it. We will definitely be making this again soon.


Sirine Feddag
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This was a fantastic recipe! The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the Moroccan spice rub was the perfect complement. I served it with roasted vegetables and couscous, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again!