Garlic Grilled Leg of Lamb

Submitted by *Parsley*

"Great garlicky flavor. Prep time does NOT include marinating. This works in the oven, too."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 10mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 1 (4 -5 lb) leg of lamb, trimmed of excess fat
• 3 garlic cloves, sliced
• 1⁄2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1⁄4 cup sherry wine
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1⁄8 cup crushed rosemary
• 1⁄2 teaspoon coriander
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 12 -15 whole garlic cloves
• 14 1⁄2 ounces diced tomatoes, drained

directions

1. Rinse lamb and pat dry.
2. With a sharp knife, cut random slits in the meat and insert the slices of garlic in the slits.
3. Tie lamb if desired and place in a plastic baggie or plastic or glass bowl.
4. Combine balsamic vinegar, wine, honey, rosemary, coriander, oregano, and minced garlic and pour over lamb. Refrigerate and marinate for 6-12 hours for best results.
5. Place lamb and marinade in a grill-safe roasting pan. Add the whole garlic cloves and pour diced tomatoes over top of the lamb.
6. Cover w/ foil and grill 8-10" above flame for about 1- 1 1/2 hours, turning and basting halfway through cooking time.
7. Allow to rest before carving. Serve with the pan juices and whole roasted garlic cloves over top.
8. ***For the oven, roast at 350°F for about 90 minutes.***.