Learn how to make a delicious Butterflied Leg of Lamb, using Olivado Avocado Oil. Perfect for a Sunday roast! Read the full recipe here:

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Butterflied Leg of Lamb Recipe
Yields6 Servings
Prep Time15 minsCook Time45 minsTotal Time1 hr

125g /4.4oz almonds, roasted and chopped
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 tsp paprika
2 tbsp cumin and coriander seeds, roasted
½ tsp chopped dried chilli
½ tbsp brown sugar
sea salt and freshly milled pepper
100ml / 3.3fl.oz Extra Virgin Avocado Oil
Grated rind and juice of one lemon

1. Combine the first 7 ingredients in a food processor and process to an even, fairly fine texture. Add the avocado oil, lemon rind and juice. Evenly rub the mixture over both sides of the prepared leg, then roast (do not sear the lamb prior to cooking).
2. Place the rubbed leg cut side up, on a rack over a roasting tray. Fan-bake in a pre-heated oven at 190°C / 375°F for 15 minutes.

3. Turn the lamb over and continue to roast for another 15-20 minutes or until cooked to your liking. Rest in a warm place for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Ingredients

 

125g /4.4oz almonds, roasted and chopped
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 tsp paprika
2 tbsp cumin and coriander seeds, roasted
½ tsp chopped dried chilli
½ tbsp brown sugar
sea salt and freshly milled pepper
100ml / 3.3fl.oz Extra Virgin Avocado Oil
Grated rind and juice of one lemon

Directions

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1. Combine the first 7 ingredients in a food processor and process to an even, fairly fine texture. Add the avocado oil, lemon rind and juice. Evenly rub the mixture over both sides of the prepared leg, then roast (do not sear the lamb prior to cooking).
2. Place the rubbed leg cut side up, on a rack over a roasting tray. Fan-bake in a pre-heated oven at 190°C / 375°F for 15 minutes.

3. Turn the lamb over and continue to roast for another 15-20 minutes or until cooked to your liking. Rest in a warm place for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Butterflied Leg of Lamb