Roast Lamb with Maple Glazed Carrots

Mmmm, smell that? That’s the unforgettable smell of lamb roasting in the oven! Serve a lamb roast perfect for any occasion with this Roast Lamb Leg and Maple Carrots recipe. Rich, juicy lamb paired with sweet and sticky maple roast carrots? There’s nothing they won’t be loving on their plate tonight! Find our simple Roast Lam Leg & Maple Carrots recipe below.  

How to make Roast Lamb with Maple Carrots

Prep Time:  20 minutes        |        Cook Time:  1 hour        |        Serves:  4        

Ingredients

• 1 Killarnee boneless lamb leg roast
• 1kg carrots, peeled and cut into batons
• 2 red onions, peeled and cut into wedges
• 1 garlic head, cloves separated
• 1 tbsp Remano olive oil
• 2 tbsp Brookdale maple syrup
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 2 sprigs rosemary
• ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• ½ cup Lyttos Greek yogurt
• Stonemill cracked black pepper
• Stonemill Himalayan pink rock salt

METHOD:

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan-forced). Line a baking dish with foil. Place rack on baking tray and place lamb onto rack. Line another baking tray with baking paper.
2. Chop the rosemary leaves and sprinkle over the lamb. Season with cracked black pepper and salt. Add several tablespoons of water to baking tray base, to stop lamb drying out. Bake for 25 minutes per 500g of lamb.
3. Once cooked to your liking, remove from the oven, cover with foil and rest for 15-20 minutes.
4. Meanwhile place the carrot batons, onion and garlic cloves on the other baking tray. Drizzle with oil and maple syrup and sprinkle with thyme. Bake for 30 minutes or until tender and golden.
5. Combine yogurt and chopped mint in a bowl and swish until combined. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Slice the lamb, drizzle with cooking juices and serve with the maple carrots. Accompany with minted yogurt.

Frequently asked questions about cooking Roast Lamb

How do you cook a lamb roast?

Although this recipe suggests cooking your lamb in the oven, lamb leg can be roasted in a multitude of ways. Slow-roasting in a slow-cooker, grilling on the barbeque, and even airfrying on a lower heat are all popular methods of cooking a leg of lamb.  

What should I do with leftover roast lamb?

Whilst enjoying your lamb leftovers as is with some side salads or veggies is a quick and tasty way to use the last of your lamb; you can also transform your lamb leftovers into some tasty future meals. These meals include stews, curries, pies and bakes such as Shepherd’s Pie, wraps and plates such as gyros, and even an addition to pasta such as lamb ragu. The options are almost lamb-itless!  

What to serve with roast lamb?

If you’re cooking for a larger group and are looking for additional sides on top of the moreish maple glazed carrots, sides such as a creamy potato mash, a seasonal salad, or additional roast veg such as asparagus, broccolini or pumpkin all pair wonderfully with a roast lamb leg.