Keto Greek Leg of Lamb
Leg of lamb is the unsung hero of the meat world, packed with nutrients and flavor, and it's perfect for keto and carnivore.
Marinate it in lemon, oregano and garlic, sear it, then finish it in the oven to a perfect medium-rare.
Video tutorial: https://youtu.be/6Ef1SG6zlHc
Keto Greek Leg of Lamb
Ingredients
- About 3 lbs butterflied leg of lamb
- 1 1/2 tbsp oregano (or 1 tbsp oregano plus 1/2 tbsp rosemary)
- 1 tbsp garlic
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/3–1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup olive oil, plus more for searing
Instructions
- Mix everything in a gallon zip-top bag and massage it in. Refrigerate at least 3–4 hours, preferably 24.
- Take the lamb out of the fridge 1 hour before cooking.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and set a cooling rack on it.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the lamb 2–3 minutes per side, as brown as you like.
- Transfer to the rack, insert a thermometer into the thickest part, and roast 20–25 minutes, to 135°F for medium-rare.
- Tent loosely with foil and rest 10 minutes before serving.