Roasted Spiced Lamb with Coconut Rice

Marinated lamb roasted until tender, served with a rich, aromatic coconut rice and fresh tomato and onion garnish.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1205.2 kcals 4820.6 kcals
Carbohydrates 41.1 grams 164.5 grams
Fat 80.4 grams 321.4 grams
Protein 83.2 grams 332.8 grams
Cook Time
105 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
70
g
200
ml
1
spoonful
Natural Yoghurt
for serving
GrainsCereals
Liquids
250
ml
1
piece
Lime Juice
a squeeze
400
ml
Meat
1.5
kg
Lamb
leg of lamb, bone partially removed
NutsSeeds
8.5
cm
Cinnamon
stick
2
piece
1
tsp
1
tsp
0.5
bunch
Coriander
fresh
1
pinch
1
bunch
Coriander
shoots for garnish
OilsFats
1
tbsp
Vegetable Oil
for drizzling
Vegetables
1
tsp
Ginger
ground
4
piece
Tomatoes
cut into eighths
2
piece
Onions
peeled and sliced
3
piece
50
g
Onion
finely chopped

Steps

  • Blend the masala spice mixture ingredients in a food processor until coarsely ground.
  • Coat the lamb in the masala spice mixture, drizzle with oil, and marinate in the fridge for several hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 210°C and remove the lamb from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Roast the lamb for 15 minutes, add 250ml water, cover with foil, and roast for 40 minutes more.
  • Drain the liquid and roast for another 30 to 35 minutes for medium-rare.
  • Add tomatoes, onions, coriander, lime, chillies, and spring onions to the lamb tray 5 minutes before finishing.
  • Rest the lamb after removing from the oven.
  • Wash and drain the rice.
  • Fry the onion in 40g butter until soft, stir in the rice, and transfer to an ovenproof dish.
  • Boil the coconut milk and milk, pour over the rice, season, and bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Dot the remaining 30g butter over the rice and fluff with a fork after a few minutes.
  • Slice the lamb and serve over the rice with the vegetables and a dollop of yoghurt.