Here’s a simple recipe for grilling a whole leg of lamb:

Grilled Whole Leg of Lamb Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 whole leg of lamb (approximately 5-7 pounds)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Marinade:
   • In a bowl, mix together minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
2. Marinate the Leg of Lamb:
   • Place the whole leg of lamb in a large dish or a resealable plastic bag.
   • Rub the marinade all over the lamb, making sure to coat it evenly.
   • Cover the dish or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for the flavors to infuse.
3. Preheat the Grill:
   • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
4. Remove from Refrigerator:
   • Take the marinated leg of lamb out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before grilling.
5. Grill the Lamb:
   • Place the leg of lamb on the preheated grill.
   • Grill for about 20-30 minutes per side, depending on your desired level of doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness (145°F/63°C for medium-rare, 160°F/71°C for medium, 170°F/77°C for well-done).
6. Baste with Marinade:
   • During the grilling process, you can baste the lamb with some of the remaining marinade to enhance the flavor.
7. Rest and Carve:
   • Once the lamb reaches your preferred doneness, remove it from the grill and let it rest for about 10-15 minutes before carving.
8. Carve and Serve:
   • Carve the grilled leg of lamb into slices against the grain.
   • Serve the succulent grilled lamb slices with your favorite side dishes.

Enjoy your delicious grilled whole leg of lamb!