Butterflied Lamb Barbecue Recipe

1      Reviews by:    Donald Hudson   Butterflied Leg of Lamb Southern Citrus Barbecue Recipe grills butterflied leg of lamb after marinating in a marinade of salt and pepper, ground cloves and allspice, garlic, hot pepper sauce, brown sugar, grapefruit juice and lemon peel. Food Category:    Beef, Veal, and Lamb Cuisine Origin:    Southern    Servings: 10 Calories: 783 per serving Print Preview Rate This Recipe Prep Time:   8 Hours Cook Time:   1 Hour 15 Minutes Total Time:   9 Hours 15 Minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 6 to 9 pounds butterflied leg of lamb
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Few drops hot pepper sauce
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 1/2 cups grapefruit juice
• 1 tablespoon grated grapefruit or lemon peel

DIRECTIONS

• Place lamb in large glass or enamel bowl. In measuring cup, combine remaining ingredients. Pour over lamb. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight. Drain lamb, reserving marinade. Grill lamb 4-6 inches over charcoal or source of heat for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in thickest part registers 140°F for rare, 150°-155°F for medium and 160°F for well-done. Baste frequently with marinade.

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