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Greek Slow Roast Leg of Lamb with Potatoes

A sumptuous Greek dish featuring tender slow-roasted leg of lamb paired with golden potatoes, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights.
Prep Time 6 hours
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 9 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the lamb
  • 1 piece bone-in leg of lamb (5 to 6 pounds)
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 8 cloves of garlic (peeled and sliced in half lengthwise)
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt and freshly-cracked black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 cups chicken broth (plus more as needed)
  • 1 cup white wine (optional, substitute more chicken broth)
  • 1 each Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 4 pieces yellow potatoes (peeled and cut into large wedges)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the lamb well under cold water and pat it very dry with paper towels.
  2. Using a small knife, make 16 incisions across the skin side of the lamb leg, about 1 inch deep. Stuff each incision with ½ garlic clove and a small amount of rosemary.
  3. Drizzle the lamb with olive oil and massage it evenly to coat. Generously season all over with kosher salt and black pepper.
  4. For best results, place the lamb on a wire rack over a sheet pan and refrigerate uncovered for 6 hours to overnight.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven or Traeger Grill to 350°F. Transfer the lamb to a large roasting tray.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine chicken broth, white wine (if using), lemon juice, mustard, and oregano, then whisk. Pour the mixture around the lamb, cover with wet parchment paper, and seal tightly with aluminum foil.
  3. Cook for about 3.5 hours or until the lamb is very tender. If necessary, continue cooking until it is fork-tender.
  4. After the time’s up, remove foil and parchment, and baste the lamb with the broth mixture. Add potatoes to the roasting pan and toss to coat in the juices.
  5. Raise the heat to 425°F and cook for another 35 minutes until the lamb is browned and the potatoes are fork-tender. Serve once the lamb has rested for 10 minutes.

Notes

If you prefer a vegan option, try slow-roasting a cauliflower head with the same herbs and spices. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.