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8 to 10 servings
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Marinate time: 4 to 6 hours
Cook time: 45 to 50 minutes
1/4
|
cup olive oil |
| 1/4 |
cup water |
| 6 |
tablespoons white wine tarragon vinegar |
| 3 |
tablespoons capers, chopped |
| 3 |
tablespoons finely chopped onion |
| 3 |
tablespoons finely chopped pimento |
| 2 |
tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley |
| 4 |
teaspoons dried dill weed |
| 1 |
teaspoon coarse salt |
| 1 |
teaspoon pepper |
| 4 to 6 |
pounds American Lamb leg, boned and butterflied |
In medium bowl, blend olive oil, water, vinegar, capers, onion, pimento, parsley, dill weed, salt and pepper; set aside.
In 13 x 9-inch non-metallic dish, place lamb and pour over marinade. Cover and refrigerate, marinating for 4 to 6 hours.
To Broil: Broil lamb 5 to 6 inches from heat, 35 to 45 minutes or to desired degree of doneness. Turn leg once during broiling time.
To Grill: Cook over medium-hot coals. Grill lamb 6 inches from coals for 40 to 50 minutes or to desired degree of doneness. Turn leg once during grilling time.
Check meat internal temperature: 145ºF for medium-rare, 160ºF for medium or 170ºF for well. Once meat is done cover and let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Internal temperature will rise about 10 degrees.
Nutrition per serving: 304 calories, 39 g protein, 1 g carbohydrate, 15 g total fat (45% calories from fat), 127 mg cholesterol, 0.34 g fiber, 411 mg sodium, 9 mg niacin, 0.25 mg vitamin B6, 4 mcg vitamin B12, 3 mg iron, 7 mg zinc.
Recipe and image provided by the American Lamb Board
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