התמונה להמחשה בלבדSlow-roast lamb with cinnamon, fennel & citrus
Cooking With KidsThis magnificent roast features succulent leg of lamb, slow-cooked to a buttery, melt-in-the-mouth perfection through a patient roasting process. A sophisticated harmony of flavors emerges from the delicate sweetness of honey and cinnamon, balanced by vibrant citrus notes and the aromatic essence of fennel seeds. It is a grand centerpiece ideal for elegant entertaining or an unforgettable holiday feast, filling the home with an intoxicating fragrance.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Instructions
- 1Put the lamb into a large food bag with all the juice and marinate overnight.
- 2The next day, take the lamb out of the fridge 1 hr before you want to cook it. Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas
- 3Take the lamb out of the marinade (reserve remaining marinade) and pat dry. Rub with half the oil and roast for 15-20 mins until browned. Remove lamb and reduce oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3.
- 4Mix the zests, remaining oil, honey, spices and garlic with plenty of seasoning. Lay a large sheet of baking parchment on a large sheet of foil. Sit the lamb leg on top, rub all over with the paste and pull up the sides of the foil. Drizzle marinade into base, and scrunch foil to seal.
- 5Roast for 4 hrs, until very tender. Rest, still wrapped, for 30 mins. Unwrap and serve with juices.
Ingredients
- 1 Lamb Leg
- Zest and juice of 1 Lemon
- 4 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Clear Honey
- 1 tablespoon Cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Fennel Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin
- 3 Cloves Crushed Garlic
Nutrition
- Calories
- 196
- Protein
- 3.3g
- Carbs
- 7.3g
Recommended Equipment & Products
- Instant-read kitchen thermometer
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Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Age 9+
Confident cook
- Read the steps
- Portion and shape
Adults only
Grown-up task
- Use heat
- Handle sharp tools
Adult supervision required. Match activities to the child's age and abilities.
Skills Kids Practice
- Following instructions
- Fine motor skills
- Counting
- Teamwork
A good moment to remind kids not to share spoons, to wash hands, and to check ingredients with an adult.
Chef tips
For an extra-tender leg of lamb, score the fat to let the cinnamon and citrus flavors penetrate deeply. Be sure to seal the pan tightly with parchment paper and foil for a perfect seal. For a stunning presentation, add blood orange or ruby grapefruit wedges to the pan. Kids will love helping juice the citrus and sprinkling the fennel seeds and cinnamon over the meat.
Culinary reasoning
This magnificent roast features succulent leg of lamb, slow-cooked to a buttery, melt-in-the-mouth perfection through a patient roasting process. A sophisticated harmony of flavors emerges from the delicate sweetness of honey and cinnamon, balanced by vibrant citrus notes and the aromatic essence of fennel seeds. It is a grand centerpiece ideal for elegant entertaining or an unforgettable holiday feast, filling the home with an intoxicating fragrance.
