Greek-Style Leg of Lamb
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Greek-Style Leg of Lamb
Con Poulos

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Servings: 4
Prep Time: 5 hrs 45 mins
Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins
 
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Ingredients
  • 1/4  cup
    extra-virgin olive oil
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  • 1/2 
    onion, coarsely chopped
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  • garlic clove
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  • dill sprigs
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  • 2  tablespoons
    fresh lemon juice
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  • 1  teaspoon
    finely grated lemon zest
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    dried oregano
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  • 2  pounds
    boneless leg of lamb, in one piece
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    Salt and freshly ground pepper
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Directions
1.
In a blender, puree the oil, onion, garlic, dill, lemon juice, zest and oregano. In a baking dish, pour the marinade over the lamb and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 1 hour before cooking. Light a grill. Scrape off the marinade and season the lamb with salt and pepper. Grill over moderate heat for 28 minutes, turning once, until medium-rare. Transfer to a surface and let rest for 10 minutes. Slice the lamb against the grain and serve.

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