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Pistachio & Herb Crusted Leg of Lamb

A delicious Greek leg of lamb recipe with a crust of pistachios and herbs.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs 10 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

  • 1 leg of lamb
  • 200 g pistachios
  • 2 tbsp rosemary only the leaves, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp dry breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp mild mustard
  • 1 tbsp thyme only the leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp pepper flakes (or chili flakes)
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • salt
  • pepper
To serve:
  • Salad (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 180° C/356° F, fan-assisted.
  2. In a food processor, place the pistachios, rosemary, sugar, pepper flakes, smoked paprika, thyme and breadcrumbs. Process until finely ground.
  3. Place the leg of lamb on a clean work surface. Using a sharp knife, score both sides of the lamb with small diamond shapes.
  4. Brush with mustard and season with salt and pepper. Spread the pistachio mix evenly over the whole leg of lamb and transfer to a roasting pan lined with parchment paper. Cover the pan with parchment paper and then with aluminum foil.
  5. Roast for 2-2 ½ hours, until golden and crunchy.
  6. When ready, remove from oven and serve with a side of salad or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • Chef’s tip: Do not add any water or other liquid when roasting as the lamb is wrapped in parchment and will cook perfectly in its own juices.