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Sliced leg of lamb on cutting board topped with rosemary.
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Smoked Leg of Lamb

Take leg of lamb to the next level by coating with breathtakingly tasty seasonings & cook to perfection on the smoker!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Type Smoked Meat
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 238kcal
Author Will

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 5 lb leg of lamb

Seasonings

  • ¼ cup dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 sprigs rosemary finely chopped

Instructions

  • Defrost leg of lamb if frozen in fridge or submerged in cold water. Remove netting if using a boneless roast.
  • Rinse with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Spread the binder, dijon mustard, all over the lamb allowing the seasonings to adhere to the meat better.
  • Sprinkle the remaining seasonings all over the lamb. Add the salt and pepper to taste, pretty liberally though.
  • Preheat smoker to 225°F using a fruit wood such as applewood. Place the roast fat side up directly on the grill grates and smoke until an internal temperature of 125°F when checked with an instant read thermometer.
  • When roast is close to the finished temperature, fire up a charcoal or gas grill over high heat to sear. Once the roast reaches 125°F IT, remove and sear over flames 1-2 minutes a side to create a nice crust.
  • After searing all sides, remove to a cutting board and allow to rest for 10-15 minutes uncovered.
  • Carve across the roast in ¼" to 1" slices and place on platter for serving. Pair with your favorite side dishes and enjoy your dinner!
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Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to cook the roast to desired internal temperature and NOT to a certain cook time.
  • Sear over an open flame or in the oven broiler to get that crispy outside.
  • Do not trim the fat, it gives the roast a lot of flavor.
  • Use a binder such as yellow mustard so to not influence the flavor of the roast.

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 1069mg | Potassium: 544mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 3mg