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The best roast lamb recipes

best roast lamb recipes
19 Roast Lamb Recipes To Try NowHearst Owned

Whether you're cooking a classic Sunday roast or special supper, there's no denying that roast lamb – be that a shoulder, rack or leg of lamb – makes a delicious centrepiece, especially when paired with a selection of seasonal vegetable sides.

Lending itself to a number of different flavours, it is unsurprising that lamb is loved the world over. Why not try this Mediterranean-inspired fennel and orange roast leg of lamb with parsley pistou or our easy carve Greek roast lamb, which is stuffed with garlic, oregano, cinnamon, pistachios and feta. Delicious.

Looking for more inspiring ways to cook with lamb? Find our favourite family-friendly recipes here.

Fruity Rolled Lamb Shoulder and Boulangère Potatoes

Lamb pairs well with fruity flavours, and this stuffing is full of them.

Recipe: Fruity Rolled Lamb Shoulder and Boulangère Potatoes

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Tandoori-Style Lamb Leg with Bombay Potatoes

Spiked with all the wonderful flavours of a tandoor curry and served with bombay potatoes. This is one show-stopping meal.

Recipe: Tandoori-Style Lamb Leg with Bombay Potatoes

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Slow Roast Ratatouille Lamb Shoulder

An all-in-one roast that’s full of the flavours of France. You might want some crusty baguette on the side to dip into the ratatouille.

Recipe: Slow Roast Ratatouille Lamb Shoulder

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Herby Rack of Lamb with Asparagus Pesto

A classic herbed crust on delicate lamb really compliments the meat. Add some chopped marinated anchovies for a salty kick, if you like. The asparagus pesto is also a delight served with fish, or simply stirred into a bowl of steaming pasta.

Recipe: Herby Rack of Lamb with Asparagus Pesto

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Orange Roast Leg of Lamb

This roast lamb is packed full of flavour using fennel and oranges.

Recipe: Orange roast leg of lamb

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Herb-Crumbed Leg of Lamb

Elevate your roast lamb with a delicious nutty, herby crust. It looks attractive and the crumb also serves as a stuffing alongside the meat.

Recipe: Herb-Crumbed Leg of Lamb

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Butterflied Moroccan Lamb Recipe

Sliced, arranged on a platter and scattered with pomegranate jewels, this simple-to-serve lamb joint looks gorgeously impressive. Get a butcher to butterfly the meat for you, for maximum ease.

Recipe: Butterflied Moroccan Lamb

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Green Roast Lamb

Delicious and full of flavour, lamb rump is an underrated cut of meat that suits a quick roast perfectly – if you don’t find it at the supermarket, check your local butcher’s.

Recipe: Green roast lamb

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Slow Roast Lamb with Salsa Verde

This meltingly tender roast lamb recipe is a luxurious but inexpensive way to feed a family – and can be roasted ahead of time.

Recipe: Slow roast lamb with salsa verde

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Slow Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder

This slow cooked leg of lamb is ideal for easy entertaining and can even be made a day ahead.

Recipe: Slow cooked shredded lamb shoulder

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Greek Stuffed Lamb

This tasty roast lamb has a Mediterranean twist, with pistachios, oregano and cinnamon in the stuffing.

Recipe: Greek stuffed lamb

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Herbed Crown Roast of Lamb

A real showstopper, this roast lamb recipe is surprisingly quick and easy.

Recipe: Herbed crown roast of lamb

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Slow Roast Lamb Shoulder Recipe

This melt-in-the-mouth lamb recipe is a tasty crowd pleaser.

Recipe: Slow roast lamb shoulder

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Rack of Lamb Recipe

Try this tender lamb for a fabulous Sunday roast.

Recipe: Rack of lamb

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Leg of Lamb Recipe

Sure to feed a crowd, this leg of lamb has texture and flavour.

Recipe: Leg of lamb

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Herb Roast Leg of Lamb

This classic Springtime roast is a delicious main course that's great for dinner parties.

Recipe: Herb roast leg of lamb

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Roast Spring Lamb with Fresh Mint Dressing Recipe

Try this tasty Sunday roast with homemade mint sauce, the perfect accompaniment to a delicious dish.

Recipe: Roast spring lamb with fresh mint dressing

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Roast Lamb with Jersey Royals and Vine Tomatoes

The intense flavours in this dish make it the ideal roast for any weekend.

Recipe: Roast lamb with Jersey Royals and vine tomatoes recipe

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Camomile Roast Lamb and Boulangere Potatoes

Roasted with camomile, this lamb recipe is filled with deeply delicious flavours.

Recipe: Camomile roast lamb and boulangère potatoes

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Rolled Leg of Lamb with Anchovy, Parsley and Lemon

This rolled leg of lamb is quicker to cook and easy to carve.

Recipe: Rolled leg of lamb with anchovy, parsley and lemon

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