Peri Peri Baked Lamb Leg Recipe

Fiery peri peri seasoning transforms a tender lamb leg into an incredibly flavorful centerpiece dinner. With 36g of protein and only 365 calories per serving, this African-Portuguese inspired dish brings restaurant-level heat and flavor to your home kitchen. The spice blend creates a beautiful crust while keeping the meat juicy inside.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless lamb leg, trimmed
• 3 tablespoons peri peri sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Roasted vegetables for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400F (200C) and line a roasting pan with foil.
2. In a bowl, combine peri peri sauce, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice.
3. Pat lamb leg dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
4. Coat the lamb thoroughly with the peri peri mixture, massaging it into all surfaces.
5. Place lamb in the roasting pan and let it come to room temperature for 10 minutes.
6. Roast for 25-28 minutes for medium-rare, or until internal temperature reaches 145F (63C).
7. Remove from oven and tent with foil. Let rest for 8 minutes before slicing.
8. Slice against the grain, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with roasted vegetables.

Tips & Variations

• Let the lamb marinate in the peri peri mixture for up to 4 hours in the fridge for deeper flavor.
• Adjust the cayenne pepper up or down based on your heat tolerance.
• Serve with couscous or flatbread to soak up the flavorful juices.
• The peri peri sauce can be store-bought or homemade with bird's eye chilies.
• Leftover lamb makes excellent sandwiches or wraps the next day.

Nutrition Breakdown

Calories: 365 per serving

Protein: 36g

Fat: 23.2g

Carbs: 4.1g

Fiber: 1.1g

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