A rosemary and red wine marinade is used to create this succulent and flavorful leg of lamb
| Yield | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rita Burnette & Michelle Franke |
| Prep time | 20 minutes |
| 2 | red onion (each cut into 8 wedges) | |
| 1 | lemon (cut into 8 wedges) | |
| 2 | shallots (halved) | |
| 3 | Clove | garlic |
| 3 | Teaspoon | dijon mustard |
| 1 | Teaspoon | pepper |
| 1 | Tablespoon | rosemary (dried) |
| 2 | Tablespoon | vegetable seasoning (salt-free) |
| 1 | Cup | pomegranate juice (unsweetened) |
| 1⁄2 | Cup | red wine (choose a dry version) |
| 5 | Pound | leg of lamb (bone and fat removed) |
| Unknown | watercress and cherry tomatoes (for garnish) |
In blender or food processor, combine all ingredients except lamb. Puree to creat a marinade. Rub marinade thoroughly into meat. Place meat in bowl or plastic bag and pour remaining marinade over meat. Marinate in refrigerator overnight or for 24 hours. Remove meat from bag, wipe off excess mrinade. Barbecue the meat over medium heat until meat reaches 145° to 160° for medium rare. Or roast the meat on a rack in preheated 350° oven until desired temperature is reached. To serve, cut into thin slices and garnish with watercress and cherry tomatoes.
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