Roast lamb may seem complicated, but it does not have to be. Here is an easy roast recipe that will win your heart and mouth in one bite. A herb marinade and honey mustard glaze make an impressive presentation to serve with family and friends.
Marinate - Generously rub the marinade mixture all over the lamb, both inside and all around. Let it marinate for 15 minutes on the counter while you preheat the oven or overnight in the fridge.
Honey mustard glaze - In a small bowl, combine the honey and mustard and set aside.
2 tbsp Honey, 2 tbsp Mustard paste
Preheat the oven to 190°C/ 375°F Gas Mark 5 for at least 20 minutes.
Tie - Roll the lamb and use butcher's twine to tie it together (see video). Place the lamb on the roasting pan on the rack. Add a cup of water to the roasting rack.
1 cup Water
Roast / Glaze - Transfer the roast to the oven on the middle rack. Roast for 30 minutes. Then, brush with the honey mustard glaze and insert an oven-safe meat thermometer in the middle of the thickest part of the meat.
Roast - Continue to roast in the oven for about 50 to 60 minutes or until the internal temperature on the instant-read thermometer reaches the desired doneness. - Medium rare - between 130 F to 135 F, approximately 20 minutes per pound - Medium - between 135 F to 140 F, approximately 22 to 23 minutes per pound- Medium well - between 145 F to 150 F, approximately 25 minutes per pound.- Well Done is between 155 to 165 F, or approximately 30 minutes per pound.
When it reaches the desired doneness, remove it from the oven. Move the lamb to a serving platter and cover it with aluminum foil. Let it rest for at least 20 minutes to help the juices settle.
Gravy
Deglaze - Place the roasting rack with the pan juices on medium-low heat with the water and use a flat spatula to deglaze the pan.
1 tbsp All-purpose flour, ½ cup Water
Thicken - Then, add the flour and continue to cook until it thickens. Strain the gravy through a sieve or mesh and discard the rest. Pour the gravy into a sauceboat and serve with the lamb.
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