Greek Style Roast Lamb

Transform your next family feast with this irresistible Greek Style Roast Lamb, a showstopper recipe bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Centered around a tender, marinated leg of lamb infused with garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and aromatic herbs like oregano and rosemary, this dish effortlessly combines bold, zesty notes with heartwarming comfort. Roasted to perfection alongside golden, seasoned potatoes soaked in a savory chicken stock, this one-pan meal ensures both succulent meat and perfectly crispy sides. With minimal prep time and a slow-roasting method that guarantees melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, this Greek-inspired lamb recipe is perfect for holidays or special gatherings. Serve it with a drizzle of savory pan juices for an unforgettable culinary experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 kg leg of lamb
• 6 pieces garlic cloves
• 60 ml olive oil
• 60 ml lemon juice
• 2 tbsp dried oregano
• 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1.5 kg potatoes
• 250 ml chicken stock

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Use a sharp knife to make small incisions across the leg of lamb. Insert a halved garlic clove into each incision.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.

Step 4

Rub the marinade generously over the entire surface of the lamb, ensuring it coats evenly.

Step 5

Place the lamb into a large roasting pan. Arrange the rosemary sprigs underneath and around the lamb for added flavor.

Step 6

Peel and roughly chop the potatoes into large chunks. Toss them in a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper, then add them to the roasting pan around the lamb.

Step 7

Pour the chicken stock into the pan to keep the lamb moist during cooking and enhance the flavor of the pan juices.

Step 8

Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil to trap steam. Roast in the preheated oven for 2 hours.

Step 9

Remove the foil after 2 hours and spoon the pan juices over the lamb and potatoes. Increase the oven temperature to 220°C (430°F) and roast uncovered for another 30-40 minutes, or until the lamb has caramelized and the potatoes are golden.

Step 10

Remove the lamb from the oven and allow it to rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Step 11

Serve the lamb with the roasted potatoes and drizzle with the flavorful pan juices. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3894.3 grams (3894.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7910

Total Fat 485.80g	623%
Saturated Fat 193.40g	967%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g
Cholesterol 1955mg	652%
Sodium 1684mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 333.10g	121%
Dietary Fiber 36.40g	130%
Total Sugars 19.90g
Protein 560.80g	1122%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 715mg	55%
Iron 63mg	350%
Potassium 14852mg	316%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.0%

Protein: 28.2%

Carbs: 16.8%