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Traditional Icelandic Roasted Lamb

A succulent mountain lamb roast, seasoned with simple herbs and served with roasted vegetables.

130 minutes4 servings
Traditional Icelandic Roasted Lamb
Photo: moohaha · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Rub the mixture over the lamb shoulder.
  4. Place lamb in a roasting pan with carrots and potatoes.
  5. Roast for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the meat is tender.
  6. Let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
  7. Serve with the roasted vegetables.
  8. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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