Slow Cooked Lamb – Sticky, Spicy & Delicious
Slow Cooked Lamb – Sticky, Spicy & Delicious is a showstopper for any gathering, combining an irresistible blend of spices that create a flavor explosion with every bite. This dish features succulent lamb that becomes tender through slow cooking, allowing the rich aromas to fill your home. Perfect for meal prep, you can prepare it ahead of time and simply reheat when you’re ready to serve. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive feast, this recipe will leave your family and friends raving about its mouthwatering taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lamb leg (bone-in, approx. 1.8kg / 4 lbs)
- 1 Tbsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 Tbsp dried oregano
- 4 cloves garlic
- 90g harissa paste (or chipotle paste)
- 500ml chicken or beef stock
- 1 sliced onion
- 2 ½ Tbsp honey
Instructions
- Prepare the rub by grinding cumin seeds, paprika, oregano, garlic, and salt into a paste with harissa.
- Marinate the lamb by scoring the fat and applying the rub thoroughly; let it rest in the fridge if time allows.
- Bring the marinated lamb to room temperature before cooking.
- Preheat oven to 150C (300F). Place sliced onions in a roasting tray and place the lamb on top. Pour in stock and cover with foil.
- Roast for about 4.5 to 5 hours until tender, basting occasionally.
- Glaze with honey mixed with cumin seeds and return uncovered to roast at 190C (370F) for an additional 30-40 minutes until crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 150g
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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