Dale's Marinated Leg of Lamb
Dale's Marinated Leg of Lamb features tender, butterflied lamb soaked in a bright lemon and ginger marinade rounded out with garlic, Dijon, soy, and a hint of brown sugar. The result is juicy meat with a balanced sweet-tangy-savory profile and a lightly caramelized finish, perfect for weekend grilling or a festive dinner centerpiece.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Combine the lemon juice, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, oil, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- 2
Place the lamb in a shallow container.
- 3
Pour the lemon juice mixture over the lamb.
- 4
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
- 5
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat.
- 6
Pour the marinade into a small saucepan and bring it to a boil.
- 7
Lower the heat to low and simmer, whisking constantly, until slightly thickened.
- 8
Lightly oil the grill grate.
- 9
Using indirect heat, grill the lamb, turning occasionally, until it reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), 40 to 50 minutes.
- 10
Let cool slightly, slice, and serve with the marinade.
- Calories 262.09 kcal Moderate
- Protein 13.18 g Good Source
- Carbs 30.47 g Moderate
- Total Fat 8.9 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.67 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 37.98 mg Moderate
- Sodium 366.6 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.81 g Low Source
- Sugar 12.84 g High
- Added Sugar 0.64 g Low Source
- Calcium 12.47 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.09 mg Low Source
- Potassium 248.02 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.69 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Soy 🌱
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Garlic 🧄