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Prep Time:20 minsAdditional Time:10 hrs 15 minsTotal Time:10 hrs 35 minsServings:12Yield:12 servingsJump to Nutrition Facts
Prep Time:20 minsAdditional Time:10 hrs 15 minsTotal Time:10 hrs 35 minsServings:12Yield:12 servings
Prep Time:20 mins
Prep Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:10 hrs 15 mins
Additional Time:
10 hrs 15 mins
Total Time:10 hrs 35 mins
Total Time:
10 hrs 35 mins
Servings:12
Servings:
12
Yield:12 servings
Yield:
12 servings
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Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1 (5 to 6 pound) leg of lamb, boned, rolled and tied4-6 cloves garlic, sliced⅔cupbalsamic vinegar½cupolive oil2tablespoonsDijon mustard1tablespoonsugar2teaspoonsdried basil, crushed, or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil4clovesgarlic, minced1teaspoonsalt½teaspoonground pepper4Fresh mint or basil leaves
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)
Ingredients
1 (5 to 6 pound) leg of lamb, boned, rolled and tied
4-6 cloves garlic, sliced
⅔cupbalsamic vinegar
½cupolive oil
2tablespoonsDijon mustard
1tablespoonsugar
2teaspoonsdried basil, crushed, or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
4clovesgarlic, minced
1teaspoonsalt
½teaspoonground pepper
4Fresh mint or basil leaves
Directions
Trim fat from lamb. With the tip of a knife, cut 1-inch-wide pockets into the lamb at 3-inch intervals; insert a slice of garlic into each of the pockets. Set aside.
For marinade, combine balsamic vinegar, oil, mustard, sugar, basil, minced garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Place the leg of lamb in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the lamb. Seal the bag; turn to coat the lamb. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least eight hours or up to 24 hours, turning the bag occasionally. Drain and discard the marinade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Lamb is ared meatthat is comparable to top sirloin steak as far as protein and fat go. According to theUSDA, a 3 oz. serving of leg of lamb has 23 grams of protein and 10 grams of total fat. It’s an excellent source of complete protein and also provides necessary vitamins and minerals, including B vitamins—and almost a whole day’s worth of vitamin B12—iron and phosphorous, zinc and selenium.
Balsamic vinegaris rich in antioxidants. Including balsamic vinegar in your meals has been linked with several health benefits, including better digestion, reduced blood pressure and more stable blood sugar. You may even have glowing skin, as the antioxidants, acetic acid and antimicrobial compounds in balsamic vinegar may improve the skin’s complexion over time.
Yes. Most supermarkets employ expert butchers who will gladly prepare the lamb for you. It’s a good idea to call ahead for this service.
Absolutely. If you have enough ingredients left over to make another batch of marinade, it’s perfect for grilling meat, seafood, veggies and even tofu and tempeh.
Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)188Calories8gFat1gCarbs28gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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