Roast Lamb With Anchovies

By Moira Hodgson

Updated Oct. 11, 2023

Total Time
50 minutes
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Rating
4(34)
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Ingredients

Yield:6 to 8 servings
  • 14- to 5-pound leg of lamb, bone in
  • 1can flat anchovies, with their oil
  • 4cloves garlic, minced
  • 1tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1tablespoon rosemary leaves
  • Freshly ground pepper to taste
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Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)

433 calories; 29 grams fat; 13 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 12 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 1 gram carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 39 grams protein; 342 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Trim the excess fat from the lamb and wipe the leg dry with paper towels.

  2. Step 2

    Remove the anchovies from their oil and pour the oil into a small bowl. Mix in the garlic, mustard and rosemary. Spread this mixture over the lamb and arrange the anchovies on top. Season with pepper.

  3. Step 3

    Roast the lamb for 12 to 15 minutes a pound, according to how rare or well done you like it.

  4. Step 4

    Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice it thin and arrange the slices on a heated platter. Degrease the juices and pour them over the top.

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Padre

I agree with marureen. But I think I will double the anchovies and oil to the sauce mixture.

Maureen

The time specified was not enough time. Despite reaching 140 degrees internal temperature, I had to put it back in the oven for at least 30 minutes more. also, the anchoives just sat on the meat rather than melting into a sauce. Next time I will mince the anchovies and make a paste with the garlic and rosemary.

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