Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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7
servings
6 unit

garlic cloves

chopped

1 unit

parsley

chopped

0.25 cup

olive oil

0.25 cup

white wine

1 tbsp

dried rosemary

5 lbs

leg of lamb

1 tsp

salt

2 tbsp

pecan wood chips

12 unit

jalapeno jelly

Step 1
~10 min

Chop the garlic and parsley.

Step 2
~10 min

Mix the garlic, parsley, olive oil, white wine, and rosemary to create a marinade.

Step 3
~10 min

Marinate the leg of lamb for 2 to 6 hours.

Step 4
~10 min

Pour half of the marinade into the drip tray of the stove top smoker.

Step 5
~10 min

Place the leg of lamb on the rack of the smoker.

Step 6
~10 min

Season the leg of lamb with salt.

Step 7
~10 min

Create a foil tent and cover the lamb tightly.

Step 8
~10 min

Smoke the lamb on medium heat for 1 hour using pecan wood chips.

Step 9
~10 min

Remove the foil tent.

Step 10
~10 min

Brush the lamb with the remaining marinade.

Step 11
~10 min

Place the lamb into a 350° oven for approximately 1 hour.

Step 12
~10 min

Serve with jalapeno jelly on the side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the lamb overnight for a more intense flavor.

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

Adjust the amount of jalapeno jelly to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

30 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The lamb can be marinated ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with roasted vegetables

Serve with mashed potatoes

Serve with a green salad

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted vegetables
Mashed potatoes
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Barbecue is a popular cooking method in the United States.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weekend Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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