Roast Leg of Lamb, Cape Style

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 13

Roast Leg of Lamb, Cape Style recipe perfect for a family dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

3.5 hours

Ready In

4 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

345

Sugar

Fat

17g

Roast Leg of Lamb, Cape Style is a classic South African dish that is perfect for a hearty family dinner. The lamb is marinated in a blend of coriander, garlic, and thyme before roasting in the oven with red wine to create a juicy and flavorful dish. The meat is then sliced and served with a delicious gravy made from the pan drippings, flour and beef stock. This dish is easy to make and sure to impress your guests with its unique flavor and rich history.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2.	In a spice grinder, grind the coriander seeds into a coarse powder.
3.	Cut 8-10 slits in the lamb and push a garlic clove and a small piece of bacon into each slit.
4.	Rub the lamb with the coriander and thyme.
5.	Place lamb in a roasting pan, pour the red wine over the meat, and cover the pan with foil.
6.	Bake for approximately 3 to 3 1/2 hours, or until the meat is tender.
7.	When done, remove the meat from the pan and keep warm while making the gravy.
8.	Mix flour with 2 tablespoons water until smooth to create a slurry. Add this to the pan, then add enough beef stock to create about 2 cups of liquid. Simmer, whisking constantly, until the gravy has thickened and reduced by about one-third, about 10 minutes.
9.	Slice the meat and serve with the gravy on top. Enjoy!

PROS

Roast Leg of Lamb, Cape Style is a flavorful dish that is perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Lamb is a lean meat that is high in protein and a good source of essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.

The garlic and thyme in this recipe provide additional health benefits, including boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation.

CONS

Lamb is a high-calorie meat and can be quite expensive to purchase.

Some people may not enjoy the strong flavor of lamb, and could find it too gamey for their taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a great source of protein and essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. These nutrients are important for maintaining healthy bones, muscles, and red blood cells.
The garlic and thyme in this recipe have been linked to numerous health benefits, including boosting the immune system, reducing inflammation, and improving heart health.

	1 leg of lamb ( or more )
	4 tablespoons coriander seeds
	8 -10 garlic cloves , peeled
	4 slices bacon
	dried thyme
	750 ml red wine
	flour ( for gravy later )
	beef stock ( ditto )