Leg of Lamb in Hay with Lavender

Tender roast lamb aromatic with lavender and hay, served with crisp roast potatoes, mint sauce, and purple sprouting broccoli.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1239.2 kcals 7435.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 44.8 grams 268.5 grams
Fat 71 grams 425.8 grams
Protein 97.1 grams 582.4 grams
Cook Time
180 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
50
g
Butter
Softened
1
knob
Butter
For the broccoli
Meat
2.7
kg
Lamb
Leg of lamb
NutsSeeds
1
handful
Lavender
Small handful, preferably freshly picked
1
bunch
Mint
Fresh leaves, finely chopped
1
to taste
1
to taste
Black Pepper
Freshly ground
OilsFats
75
g
Beef Dripping
Or vegetable oil
Other
0.5
bag
Hay
Edible 'eating' hay
Vegetables
10
piece
King Edward Potatoes
Peeled and cut into 2 or 3 pieces

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Pierce the lamb leg 12 times and insert lavender sprigs into the holes.
  • Fill a deep roasting tray with hay and sprinkle with remaining lavender.
  • Place the lamb on the hay, rub with 50g butter, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover with foil and roast for 2 to 3 hours until cooked, then rest for 30 minutes.
  • Boil potatoes in salted water for 2 minutes, then drain and shake to fluff.
  • Roast potatoes in beef dripping for 50 to 60 minutes until golden and crisp.
  • Simmer vinegar and sugar, then stir in chopped mint and a pinch of salt.
  • Boil broccoli for 3 minutes, then drain and season with salt, pepper, and butter.
  • Carve the lamb and serve with potatoes, broccoli, and mint sauce.