Toast the pine nuts for enhanced flavor. Ensure the skillet is hot before searing the lamb for optimal browning. Use a meat thermometer to achieve your desired level of doneness. Allowing the lamb to rest ensures a juicy and tender result.
Experience the rustic charm of this rolled leg of lamb, generously stuffed with vibrant spinach, creamy goat cheese, and toasted pine nuts. A truly memorable dish!
Prepare the Lamb: Remove any netting or twine. Open the lamb on a cutting board, boned-side up. Trim excess fat and score the meat with 1/2-inch deep slits, 2 inches apart. (5 minutes)
Pound the lamb: Cover with plastic wrap and pound with a mallet until 3/4-inch thick and 10-14 inches square. (10 minutes)
Preheat: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (2 minutes)
Stuff the lamb: Season the lamb with salt and pepper. Spread spinach evenly, leaving 1/2-inch border. Sprinkle with goat cheese and pine nuts. (8 minutes)
Roll and tie: Roll into a tight cylinder and tie with kitchen twine every 2 inches. (10 minutes)
Dredge: Mix flour, salt, pepper, thyme, and fennel seeds in a dish. Press the roast into the mixture to coat. (5 minutes)
Sear: Heat sesame oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear all sides of the roast until golden brown. (10 minutes)
Roast: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 40 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (65 degrees C) for medium.
Rest: Remove from oven, cover with foil, and let rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
Toast the pine nuts for enhanced flavor. Ensure the skillet is hot before searing the lamb for optimal browning. Use a meat thermometer to achieve your desired level of doneness. Allowing the lamb to rest ensures a juicy and tender result.
Myah Mraz
Jun 7, 2025I added sun-dried tomatoes to the filling and it was amazing!
Terrence Glover
May 9, 2025This is a show stopper. The searing step before putting in the oven is a game changer, and locks in the flavours and juices.
Judge Torp
Apr 19, 2025This recipe was fantastic! The lamb was so tender and flavorful. The goat cheese and spinach filling was a perfect complement.
Miguel Rodriguez
Feb 14, 2025I substituted feta for the goat cheese, and it was still delicious! Thanks for the great recipe.
Lewis Waelchi
Feb 12, 2025I made this for Easter dinner, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it. The instructions were clear and easy to follow.
Brennan Larkin
Oct 31, 2024Resting the meat is key, this recipe produced the most tender lamb I have ever made.
Vaughn Abshire
Sep 24, 2024The fennel seeds added a wonderful aroma and taste. I will definitely be making this again!
Hermann Goldner
Jul 11, 2024Make sure you have butcher's twine on hand. I ran out mid-roll and had to get creative with dental floss! It all worked out in the end, but it was a bit stressful!