Roasted Lamb with Rosemary and Paprika Rub

Slow-roasted shoulder of lamb rubbed with rosemary and paprika, served with a rich homemade gravy and redcurrant jelly.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 977.4 kcals 5864.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 8.5 grams 51.1 grams
Fat 77.1 grams 462.8 grams
Protein 62.1 grams 372.6 grams
Cook Time
270 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
1
dash
Gravy Browning
optional, for color
GrainsCereals
2
tbsp
Liquids
1.2
l
Meat
2.2
kg
Lamb
whole shoulder
NutsSeeds
3
tbsp
Rosemary
leaves picked and finely chopped
1
tsp
Paprika
ground
1
pinch
Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
to taste
OilsFats
3
tbsp
Vegetables
2
piece
Onion
sliced

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 220°C.
  • Mix the rosemary, oil, paprika, salt, and pepper and rub the mixture over both sides of the lamb.
  • Place onions and stock in a roasting tin, add a rack, and position the lamb on top.
  • Roast for 30 minutes at 220°C.
  • Reduce heat to 160°C, cover lamb with foil, and roast for 3 to 4 hours until tender.
  • Remove the lamb to rest and skim the fat from the roasting juices, reserving 30ml of fat.
  • Sieve the juices and onions into a jug and add boiling water to reach 570ml.
  • Heat the reserved fat in a saucepan, stir in flour until smooth, and whisk in the roasting juices.
  • Add redcurrant jelly, salt, pepper, and gravy browning if desired, then serve with the meat.