Description
This pomegranate glazed leg of lamb is a festive, flavorful main dish featuring a savory marinade and a sweet-tart pomegranate molasses glaze. It’s perfect for holidays or special gatherings, offering tenderness, bold flavor, and a beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon allspice berries
- 1 head garlic, sliced in half crosswise
- 2 quarts tepid water
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 boneless leg of lamb, tied (5 to 7 pounds)
- 1/4 cup pomegranate molasses
Instructions
- In a large bowl or saucepan, combine salt, sugar or honey, fennel seeds, peppercorns, allspice, and garlic. Add tepid water and stir until salt and sugar dissolve (about 5 minutes).
- Submerge the lamb in the marinade and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove lamb from marinade, pat dry thoroughly, and brush off any clinging spices.
- Heat butter and olive oil in an oven-safe pan over medium-high heat. Sear lamb on all sides until golden, about 4 minutes per side.
- Transfer pan to oven and roast until internal temperature reaches 110°F (43°C).
- Remove lamb and brush generously with pomegranate molasses. Return to oven and continue roasting until internal temp reaches 125–130°F (52–54°C) for medium-rare.
- Remove from oven and brush again with pomegranate molasses. Let rest 20–30 minutes before slicing.
- Remove string, slice, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Add rosemary or thyme to marinade for herbal depth.
- Mix pomegranate molasses with honey for a sweeter glaze.
- Use a thermometer to ensure accurate doneness.
- Leftovers make great sandwiches or salads.
- Don’t skip resting time—it keeps the lamb juicy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
