🐑 Garlic & Rosemary Lamb Marinade

Category: Marinades

Description

A fragrant, Mediterranean-inspired marinade that pairs beautifully with lamb. Fresh rosemary, garlic, lemon and Dijon mustard work together to tenderise the meat while enhancing its rich natural flavour without overpowering it.

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Why You’ll Love This

• Perfect for lamb
• Fresh, aromatic flavour
• Great for roasting or grilling
• Helps tenderise tougher cuts
• Easy to prepare

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Prep Time

10 Minutes

Marinating Time

4–24 Hours

Makes

Approximately 300ml

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Ingredients

• 80ml extra virgin olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp cracked black pepper
• 1 tsp fine sea salt

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Method

1. Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl or jug.
2. Whisk until fully combined.
3. Pour over the lamb in a sealable bag or shallow dish.
4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
5. Remove the lamb from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking and lightly pat away any excess marinade.

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How To Use

• Leg of lamb
• Lamb chops
• Lamb shoulder
• Lamb kebabs
• Lamb rump
• Butterflied leg of lamb for the barbecue

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Adventurer’s Notes

A favourite among travelling shepherds and royal banquet chefs alike, this marinade celebrates the timeless partnership of garlic and rosemary. Bright citrus lifts the richness of the lamb while fresh herbs create layers of flavour that make every roast or grilled chop worthy of the finest feast.

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Storage

Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Discard any marinade that has been used with raw meat.

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Merchant’s Tip

For an exceptional finish, reserve a little fresh marinade before adding the lamb. Brush it over the meat during the final few minutes of cooking for an extra layer of fresh herb flavour and a beautiful glossy finish.