Jerked Leg of Lamb

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Serves: 12

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Ingredients

2 1/2 tablespoons whole allspice berries
1 (2 inch) piece cinnamon stick
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
2 whole cloves
1/3 cup soy sauce
1 small onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
2 large scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons dark rum
1 tablespoon thyme leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
6 1/2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed, cut into 3 equal pieces and butterflied for even thickness

Nutrition Info

Per Serving

Calories: 606 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 3 g
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Dietary Fiber: 0 g
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Fat: 44 g
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Protein: 44 g
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Sugars: 0 g

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Cooking Directions

In a medium skillet, combine the allspice, cinnamon, peppercorns and cloves and cook over moderate heat until lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Transfer the spices to a plate and let cool, then grind them to a powder in a spice grinder.
In a food processor, combine the soy sauce, onion, garlic, scallions, oil, rum, thyme, salt, nutmeg and ground spices and process to a paste. In a large shallow dish, coat the lamb with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Light a grill or preheat a broiler. Grill the lamb over a moderately high flame or broil for about 10 minutes per side for medium rare, rotating and turning the meat for even cooking. Transfer the lamb to a cutting board and let stand, loosely covered with foil, for 10 minutes. Carve the lamb across the grain and serve hot.

Yield: 12 servings

3. Still Hungry?

This dish was inspired by the wonderful jerked lamb at the Blue Lagoon Restaurant in Port Antonio, Jamaica. For the best flavor, marinate the meat overnight.

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