Maple & Honey Roasted Leg of Lamb

A simple festive honey and maple lamb roast.

Ingredients

• 1½ kg (2.5 pounds) easy lamb leg, bone removed
• 1/3 cup extra virgin oil
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic crushed
• 2 cm (1 inch) piece ginger, finely grated
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 3 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tbsp honey
• Roasted Vegetables, to serve

Method

1. Place oil, juice, garlic, ginger, spices, syrup and honey in a small bowl, season to taste and whisk to combine.
2. Preheat oven to 180°C (300°F). Place lamb in a roasting pan and brush with maple and honey mixture. Roast lamb for 1½ hours brushing frequently with maple and honey mixture, or until cooked to your liking. Rest for 12 minutes before carving, to serve.
3. Carve lamb and serve with your choice of roasted seasonal vegetables.