Roast Lamb with Tomato Gravy
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
🥘 Recipe Category: Lamb/Sheep
🔑 Keywords: Vegetable, Meat, European, Weeknight, Roast, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
🍽️ Servings: 6
Description:
Indulge in the succulent flavors of this irresistibly moist roast lamb, infused with the rich essence of garlic, and served alongside vibrant, fresh tomatoes. Elevate your culinary experience with this delightful dish, perfect for any occasion.
📜 Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Leg of lamb |
| Olive oil | |
| 2 | Heads of garlic |
| 750g | Tomatoes |
| 50ml | Olive oil |
| 50ml | Balsamic vinegar |
| 3-5 | Sprigs of oregano |
| Salt and pepper |
🔪 Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Heat the oven to 230°C.
- Rub the lamb all over with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then place it in a roasting tin.
- Halve the heads of garlic and toss them in a little olive oil. Position them under the lamb in the roasting tin.
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Initial Roasting:
- Roast the lamb in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
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Adjust Temperature:
- After the initial 20 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 200°C and continue roasting for another 30 minutes.
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Prepare Tomatoes:
- While the lamb is roasting, prepare the tomatoes. Cut them into halves or quarters, depending on their size.
- In a bowl, toss the tomatoes with a dash of salt and pepper, 50ml of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and the leaves from the oregano sprigs.
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Final Roasting:
- After the lamb has cooked for the additional 30 minutes, add the prepared tomatoes and their dressing around the lamb in the roasting tin.
- Continue roasting for an additional 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Resting Time:
- Once the lamb is done, remove it from the roasting tin and let it rest in a warm place.
- Cover the lamb with a tea towel or a bowl to keep it moist.
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Final Touches:
- Increase the oven temperature back to 230°C and return the tomatoes to the oven.
- Roast the tomatoes for 10-15 minutes while the lamb rests.
- After roasting, set aside about a third of the tomatoes.
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Prepare Tomato Gravy:
- In the roasting tin, mash the remaining tomatoes and garlic into the pan juices.
- Transfer the mixture to a sieve placed over a warm bowl or saucepan.
- Press the tomato pulp through the sieve, discarding any solids.
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Serving:
- Carve the rested lamb and serve it with the roasted tomatoes and freshly prepared tomato gravy.
Savor the tender goodness of the roast lamb, complemented by the luscious tomato gravy and the burst of flavors from the roasted tomatoes. This recipe promises a culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds and leaves you craving for more. Enjoy every delectable bite!
