Classic Rosemary Lamb Garlic Lamb Leg Roast

Easter is one of those special times of year where everything slows down a little. Long lunches, time with family, and a table full of good food shared together.

So… what’s on the menu at your place this Easter?

For us, it’s hard to go past a classic lamb roast — and not just any lamb, but a beautifully cooked rosemary and garlic lamb leg, roasted until tender with that perfect golden finish.

It’s simple, it’s traditional, and when you start with premium quality lamb, it speaks for itself.

There’s a reason this dish has stood the test of time. It’s generous, full of flavour, and made for sharing.

Serves: 6–8

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 1.5–2 hours

Ingredients

• 1 whole lamb leg (2–2.5kg), from Normanville Meat & Seafood
• 4–6 cloves garlic, sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Sea salt flakes
• Freshly cracked black pepper
• 1 cup chicken stock or white wine

Optional:

• Potatoes
• Pumpkin
• Carrots
• Red onion

Method

1. Preheat oven to 180°C.
2. Prepare the lamb
   Using a small knife, make small incisions across the lamb and insert slices of garlic into each.
3. Season well
   Rub with olive oil, rosemary, lemon zest, salt and pepper, making sure the entire surface is coated.
4. Roast
   Place into a roasting tray with stock or wine in the base. Roast for approximately 20 minutes per 500g for medium (adjust to your preference).
5. Add vegetables (optional)
   Add your vegetables to the tray for the final hour of cooking.
6. Rest before carving
   Remove from oven and rest for at least 15–20 minutes before slicing.

Why It Works Every Time

A lamb leg roast is all about quality and simplicity. When you start with premium lamb, you don’t need to overcomplicate things — just good seasoning, the right cooking time, and a proper rest.

The result?
Tender slices, rich flavour, and that unmistakable aroma that fills the house — the kind of meal Easter is made for.

Serving Ideas for Your Easter Table

• Crispy roasted potatoes
• Seasonal autumn vegetables
• Mint sauce or gravy
• A fresh green salad

Or keep it simple and let the lamb be the hero.

From Our Table to Yours

At Normanville Meat & Seafood, we’re proud to provide premium quality lamb that makes meals like this truly special.

If you’re planning your Easter lunch, we’ve got you covered with the best cuts in town — fresh, local and prepared with care.

Pop in store and let us help you choose the perfect roast.

From our family to yours —
Happy Easter.