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Slow Roasted Leg of Lamb

Tender, flavorful slow roasted leg of lamb, infused with garlic and rosemary, served with a rich gravy.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2.25 kg leg of lamb, bone in or shoulder
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 whole garlic head, unpeeled, cut in half horizontally
  • 1 medium onion, quartered unpeeled is fine
  • 2 sprigs rosemary 2 = whisper of rosemary flavor, 4 sprigs = stronger flavor
  • 3 cups beef stock/broth low sodium or homemade
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 tbsp flour white
  • 1 cup water
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 170°C/335°F (standard) or 150°C (fan).
  2. In a metal roasting pan, place the garlic, onion, and rosemary.
  3. Position the leg of lamb right side up in the pan. Generously sprinkle with salt and pepper and rub the seasoning into the meat. Turn the lamb over and ensure it rests mostly on the garlic and onion, repeating the seasoning.
  4. Pour the olive oil over the lamb, then add the beef stock and water around it. Cover the roasting pan with foil, ensuring steam can escape.
Slow Roasting
  1. Slide the lamb into the oven and roast it for about 4.5 hours.
  2. After cooking time is up, remove the foil and test the lamb for tenderness using a fork. If not tender enough, cover again and return to the oven.
  3. Leave the lamb uncovered for an additional 45 minutes or until a beautiful brown crust forms.
Gravy Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan, whisk flour with 1 cup of water until smooth. Place over medium heat.
  2. Gradually add the pan juices, stirring constantly until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Once done, remove the lamb and spoon pan juices over it. Transfer to a serving platter and loosely cover with foil to keep warm while you prepare the gravy.

Notes

Allow lamb to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking for even cooking. Experiment with different herbs or flavors to suit your taste.