Follow these steps for perfect results
leg of lamb (bone-in)
trimmed of fat
salt
or to taste
dry mustard
garlic
peeled and cut into slivers
chicken stock
strong black coffee
cream
flour
cream
red currant jelly
mashed with a fork
salt
to taste
fresh ground black pepper
to taste
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
Cut all fat off the lamb.
Mix salt and dry mustard together.
Rub the salt and mustard mixture into the lamb.
Cut slivers of garlic.
Insert the garlic slivers into the meat near the bone.
Place the lamb in a heavy baking dish.
Roast at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 15 minutes.
Reduce oven temperature to 350 F (175 degrees C).
Roast for another 15 minutes.
Mix coffee, cream, and chicken stock together.
Remove the lamb from the oven.
Pour the coffee, cream, and stock mixture over the lamb.
Return the lamb to the oven.
Continue cooking until done, about 25 minutes per pound to reach medium-rare.
Use a meat thermometer to determine doneness: 110 degrees F (42 degrees C) is rare, 120 degrees F (58 degrees C) is medium-rare, and 145 degrees F (68 degrees C) is medium-well done.
Do not exceed 145 degrees F or the lamb will become dry.
For a more succulent roast, remove it from the oven when it's 10 degrees F (5 degrees C) from its ideal doneness.
Allow the lamb to rest for 15-20 minutes under a loose foil tent.
Spoon surplus fat off pan juices for the sauce.
Place the pan over medium heat.
Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes or until it colors slightly.
Add cream, red currant jelly, and seasonings.
Simmer the sauce for a few minutes.
Carve the rested lamb and serve the sauce separately.
Expert advice for the best results
For a crisper skin, broil the lamb for the last few minutes of cooking.
Use a high-quality coffee for the sauce to enhance the flavor.
Letting the lamb rest is crucial for even distribution of juices.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
The lamb can be seasoned a day ahead.
Slice the lamb thinly and arrange on a platter, drizzling with sauce and garnishing with fresh rosemary sprigs.
Serve with roasted root vegetables.
Accompany with mashed potatoes.
Offer a side of green beans.
Earthy notes complement the lamb.
Rich and malty, pairs well with roast flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditional Finnish dish often served during celebrations.
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