Georgian Lamb Marinade

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 15

Try this flavorful Georgian Lamb Marinade for a delicious twist on your traditional lamb recipe.

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

10 min

Cook

150 min

Ready In

160 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

400

Sugar

Fat

28g

Georgian cuisine is known for its flavorful marinades and this recipe for Georgian Lamb Marinade is no exception. The marinade consists of olive oil, lemon juice, chopped onion, salt, and pepper, which are all mixed together before being poured over a leg of lamb. This recipe takes a traditional dish and adds a unique twist with the Georgian-inspired flavors. Perfect for a special occasion or a fancy dinner party, this Georgian Lamb Marinade is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, chopped onion, salt, and pepper in a bowl
2.	Place leg of lamb in a large baking dish and pour marinade mixture over the top, turning to coat evenly
3.	Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight
4.	Preheat the oven to 325°F
5.	Uncover the lamb and bake for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until the meat is cooked to your preferred degree of doneness
6.	Let the lamb rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. Enjoy!

PROS

This marinade adds a ton of flavor to lamb, making it perfect for a special occasion or dinner party.
The recipe is also relatively simple and easy to follow, even for beginner cooks.

CONS

Lamb can be expensive and difficult to find in some areas.
Additionally, the cooking time can be lengthy, making it necessary to plan ahead.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a great source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12. With this marinade recipe, you can enjoy all the health benefits of lamb while adding minimal extra calories.

	1 tablespoon olive oil
	1 tablespoon lemon juice
	1 onion , chopped
	1 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
	1 leg of lamb