Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 pound

Leg of Lamb

butterflied

3 piece

Ginger

slivered and chopped

6 clove

Garlic

thinly sliced and coarsely chopped

4 unit

Scallions

chopped and minced

2 piece

Lemon Zest

strips

1 cup

Ginger Beer

0.5 cup

Pineapple Juice

0.33 cup

Soy Sauce

3 tbsp

Asian Sesame Oil

2 tbsp

Lemon Juice

fresh

0.5 tsp

Freshly Ground Pepper

1 tbsp

Vegetable Oil

for the grill

Step 1
~4 min

Make 1-inch deep incisions all over the lamb, spacing them 1 inch apart.

Step 2
~4 min

Insert slivered ginger in half of the incisions and sliced garlic in the other half.

Step 3
~4 min

Place the lamb in a shallow baking dish.

Step 4
~4 min

Blend chopped ginger, chopped garlic, scallion whites, and lemon zest.

Step 5
~4 min

Add ginger beer, pineapple juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, and pepper to the blender and puree.

Step 6
~4 min

Pour marinade over lamb and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, turning twice.

Step 7
~4 min

Light a grill.

Step 8
~4 min

Transfer the lamb to a platter.

Step 9
~4 min

Strain marinade into a saucepan and boil until reduced to 1/2 cup (about 10 minutes).

Step 10
~4 min

Remove glaze from heat.

Step 11
~4 min

Lightly brush the grill grate with vegetable oil.

Step 12
~4 min

Grill lamb over medium-hot fire for 8-10 minutes per side for medium-rare, or 10-12 minutes for medium.

Step 13
~4 min

Baste both sides of lamb with glaze during the last 3 minutes of cooking.

Step 14
~4 min

Transfer lamb to a cutting board and let stand for 3 minutes.

Step 15
~4 min

Slice thinly on the diagonal and arrange on a platter.

Step 16
~4 min

Drizzle lamb with remaining glaze, sprinkle with scallion greens, and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the lamb overnight for best flavor.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the lamb is cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Let the lamb rest for at least 3 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Lamb can be marinated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with grilled vegetables and rice.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled asparagus
Coconut rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Asia

Cultural Significance

Celebratory dish for special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lunar New Year
Birthday Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer BBQ
Family Dinner
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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