Curanto Style Leg of Lamb

leg of lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs provide a leaner option while pork shoulder is more budget-friendly.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Non-alcoholic wine maintains flavor without alcohol, while chicken broth is a cost-effective substitute.

Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).

Rub the leg of lamb with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Sear the leg of lamb in a hot skillet until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove the lamb and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped carrots, bell peppers, and sweet potatoes to the skillet, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Place the lamb in a large roasting pan, surrounding it with the sautéed vegetables.

Add halved tomatoes, bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary to the pan.

Pour white wine and chicken broth over the lamb and vegetables.

Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.

Roast in the preheated oven for 2-3 hours, until the lamb is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Remove the foil and roast for an additional 30 minutes to brown the top.

Let the lamb rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.

Serve with the roasted vegetables and pan juices.

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