Nutrition Facts for Boneless leg of lamb with mint pine nut currant stuffing

Boneless Leg of Lamb with Mint Pine Nut Currant Stuffing

Elevate your next dinner party with this stunning Boneless Leg of Lamb with Mint Pine Nut Currant Stuffing. Perfectly roasted to tender perfection, this succulent lamb showcases a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired stuffing made with fresh mint, toasted pine nuts, sweet dried currants, and aromatic garlic, accented by zesty lemon and fragrant rosemary. The lamb is rolled and tied to seal in the herbaceous filling, delivering a deliciously juicy roast with every bite. With its impressive presentation and rich blend of flavors, this recipe is ideal for holiday feasts, special occasions, or whenever you crave an elegant centerpiece dish. Prepare to wow your guests with a showstopping main course that's as comforting as it is gourmet!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100
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Prep Time:30 mins
Cook Time:90 mins
Total Time:120 mins
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds Boneless leg of lamb
  • 1 cup Fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 0.33 cup Pine nuts, toasted
  • 0.33 cup Dried currants
  • 4 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 Kitchen twine

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lay the boneless leg of lamb flat on a clean surface, with the inside of the meat facing up.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the chopped mint, toasted pine nuts, dried currants, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.

Step 4

Spread the stuffing mixture evenly over the inside of the lamb.

Step 5

Carefully roll the lamb back up into its original shape, ensuring the stuffing is secured inside.

Step 6

Use kitchen twine to tie the lamb at several intervals to hold its shape tightly.

Step 7

Place the lamb on a roasting rack inside a roasting pan.

Step 8

Roast in the preheated oven for about 90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare or 145°F (63°C) for medium.

Step 9

Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing into thick rounds.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (2222.5g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 4627.5
Total Fat 283.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 102.4g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1451.5mg 0%
Sodium 1307.9mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 101.8g 0%
Dietary Fiber 28.2g 0%
Total Sugars 61.4g
Protein 429.3g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 1137.0mg 0%
Iron 62.6mg 0%
Potassium 8433.2mg 0%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%
Protein: 36.7%
Carbs: 8.7%