Follow these steps for perfect results
boneless butterflied leg of lamb
well trimmed
extra-virgin olive oil
mixed chopped thyme and rosemary
chopped
orange zest
grated
fresh orange juice
garlic cloves
minced
kosher salt
black pepper
plain Greek yogurt
basil leaves
mint leaves
extra-virgin olive oil
ginger
coarsely chopped
garlic cloves
peeled
jalapeno
halved and seeded if desired
scallion
trimmed
lime zest
grated
fresh lime juice
kosher salt
Pat lamb dry with paper towels and place it on a rimmed baking sheet.
In a bowl, combine olive oil, thyme, rosemary, orange zest and juice, minced garlic cloves, salt, and pepper.
Rub the mixture all over the lamb.
Cover with plastic wrap and marinate at room temperature for 2 hours or refrigerate overnight.
Prepare the sauce by blending Greek yogurt, basil leaves, mint leaves, olive oil, ginger, peeled garlic cloves, jalapeno, scallion, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth.
Taste the sauce and add more salt as needed.
Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
Wipe lamb with paper towels to remove most of the rub.
Grill the lamb until a digital thermometer reads 120°F for rare or 130°F for medium, about 6-15 minutes per side depending on thickness and desired doneness.
If the meat chars before it's done, move it to a cooler part of the grill to finish cooking.
Let the lamb rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Serve the sliced lamb with the spicy lime yogurt sauce.
Expert advice for the best results
Marinate the lamb overnight for best flavor.
Use a digital thermometer for accurate cooking.
Let the lamb rest before slicing to retain juices.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Lamb can be marinated overnight, sauce can be made a day ahead
Arrange sliced lamb on a platter, drizzle with yogurt sauce, and garnish with fresh herbs.
Serve with grilled vegetables
Serve with couscous or rice
Complements the lamb and herbs
Discover the story behind this recipe
Lamb is a popular meat in Mediterranean cuisine, often served at celebrations.
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