Best Lamb Marinade Recipes

THE BEST MARINADE FOR KABOBS! (BEEF, PORK AND LAMB)

Steps:

• Put all ingredients into a blender (except the green onions, if using add them in after blending).
• Blend for 30-40 seconds.
• Mix in in green onions.
• This recipe makes 3-1/2 cups of marinade, but may be stored in the refrigerator tightly covered in a glass container for up to 3 weeks.
• *NOTE* marinate the beef, pork or lamb for 8 hours or up to 24 hours chicken up to 8 hours.

GRILLED SHOULDER LAMB CHOPS WITH GARLIC-ROSEMARY MARINADE

Steps:

• Mix marinade ingredients in small bowl. Rub both sides of each chop with the paste; let stand at least 30 minutes. (Can be refrigerated overnight.).
• FOR CHARCOAL GRILL:.
• Heat enough coals to cover surface area large enough for four chops. Once coals are covered with gray ash, spread them, set grill rack in place, and cover grill with lid in order to heat rack, about 5 minutes. Or heat oven broiler.
• Sprinkle both sides of each chop with salt and pepper to taste.
• Position chops over hot coals. Grill until bottom of each chop is well browned, about 2 minutes. (If chops start to flame, pull off heat for a moment or extinguish flames with squirt bottle.) Turn each chop and cook about 2 more minutes for medium-rare or 2 1/2 minutes for medium. If broiling, position chops 2 to 3 inches from heating element and cook about 3 minutes each side for medium-rare and 3 1/2 minutes each side for medium.
• FOR GAS GRILL:.
• Turn all burners on grill to high, close lid, and heat until grill is very hot, about 15 minutes. Leave one burner on high and turn other burner(s) down to medium.
• Rub chops with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
• Grill chops, covered, over hotter part of grill, turning them once, until well browned, about 4 minutes. Move chops to cooler part of grill and continue grilling, turning once, to desired doneness, about 6 minutes for rare (about 120 degrees on instant-read thermometer), about 8 minutes for medium (about 130 degrees), or about 10 minutes for well-done (140 to 150 degrees).
• Remove chops from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve immediately.

DELICIOUS SIMPLE MARINADE FOR ROAST LEG OF LAMB

Steps:

• Mix together all the ingredients. Taste and make adjustments to seasoning according to taste.
• Using a sharp knife, make several small slits into the leg of lamb to allow marinade to penetrate. Thoroughly baste the leg of lamb in the marinade.
• Place the lamb, along with the marinade, in a dish big enough to hold the meat. Pour the remaining marinade over it, and place in the refrigerator.
• Allow to marinate overnight, turning once. Baste meat once more before putting into the oven to roast.
• Enjoy!

LAMB KABOB MARINADE

Steps:

• Blend onion, vegetable oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, cumin, and Worcestershire sauce together in a blender until smooth and creamy to form the marinade.
• Place lamb cubes in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade into the bag, making sure to cover each piece. Refrigerate 4 hours to overnight.

MARINADE FOR GRILLED LAMB CHOPS

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients, then pour over lamb chops in a glass dish.
• Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 8 hours, turning the chops occasionally.
• Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper, then grill, basting with marinade.

SOUVLAKI MARINADE (CHICKEN, BEEF, PORK AND/OR LAMB)

Steps:

• Put all ingredients into the zipper bag.
• Add meat of choice.
• Refrigerate for up to 24 hours, turning occasionally to coat meat evenly.
• Reserve marinade to brush on meat while grilling.

LAMB MARINADE

Steps:

• Combine lemon juice, orange juice, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, oregano, honey, garlic, mustard, garlic powder, liquid smoke, and lemon pepper in a bowl.

GRILLED LEG OF LAMB WITH GARLIC AND HERB LEMON MARINADE

Steps:

• Mix all marinade ingredients together in a glass bowl.
• Place the lamb in a extra large heavy-duty plastic bag or glass bowl.
• Pour the marinade over the lamb, and turn to coat well on all sides.
• Cover tightly with plastic wrap (if using a glass bowl).
• Place in the fridge for a minimum of 24 hours (turning occasionally to distribute marinade).
• When ready to grill, remove from fridge and save marinade for basting if desired.
• Turn the grill to high heat.
• Sear both sides for about 5 minutes on each side.
• Reduce grill temperature to medium heat and finish cooking the lamb.
• You may baste the lamb with the leftover marinade if desired.

LAMB CHOPS WITH MINT-YOGURT MARINADE

Steps:

• Whisk 1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt in a bowl. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons crumbled dried mint and 2 tablespoons grated onion. Mash 1 garlic clove into a paste with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; add to the yogurt along with 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Season 8 frenched lamb rib chops with salt and pepper; marinate in the yogurt sauce for 1 to 4 hours. Preheat a grill to medium-high on one side and place a drip pan under the cooler side. Lightly oil the grate. Grill the chops over direct heat until marked, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Move to the cooler side of the grill; cover and cook until the meat reaches 120 for medium-rare, 15 minutes. Let rest 10 minutes.

GREEK GRILLED LAMB CHOPS IN WINE AND HONEY MARINADE

Steps:

• Mix/whisk the wine, oil, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, salt and cayenne or black pepper until well blended.
• Arrange the lamb chops in a single layer in a glass dish; turn to coat with the marinade.
• Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours, turning often.
• Prepare the grill to medium-high heat.
• Transfer the lamb to plates and season with salt and pepper (I use seasoning salt).
• Mix the honey into the marinade.
• Grill lamb to desired tenderness, turning and basting often with the marinade (for medium-rare grill about 10 minutes).

LAMB CHOP OR LAMB STEAK MARINADE

Steps:

• Mix altogether in a glass dish.
• Use to marinate lamb chops or lamb steaks for at least 2hours.
• Drain meat before cooking.

TURKISH MARINADE (BEEF & LAMB KABOBS)

Steps:

• Add all except the olive oil to a food processor or blender. Blend on high and slowly drizzle in the olive oil to create an emulsion. Marinate your favorite Meat and enjoy.

MARINADE FOR LAMB SHOULDER CHOPS

Steps:

• Combine first 4 ingredients.
• Pour over lamb chops in a shallow bowl.
• Let chops sit 2 hours or more covered in refriegerator, turning once or twice during this time.
• Remove from marinade.
• Sprinkle meat with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Cook on BBQ or broil until done to your liking.

MUSTARD COATING AND MARINADE FOR ROAST OR BROILED LAMB AND PORK

Steps:

• Puree the garlic in a small bowl and mash to a paste with the salt.
• Whisk in the mustard, soy, herbs and lemon juice.
• Whisk in the oil until a mayonnaise like consistency.
• Spread all over desired cut of meat and let sit for about 1 hour before roasting.

HERB GARDEN MARINADE FOR LAMB

Steps:

• Pour olive oil into a 1-gallon (or larger) resealable bag. Add salt and pepper and stir to combine. Stir in oregano, mint, and parsley until evenly distributed.
• Add lamb roast to the bag, or add lamb chops in a single layer. Place rosemary sprigs and lemon slices on top. Squeeze out most of the air, seal the bag, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, turning every hour.
• When ready to cook, remove lemon slices and rosemary sprigs. Drain excess marinade and prepare lamb as you like.

GRILLED BUTTERFLIED LEG OF LAMB (MARINADE)

Steps:

• Prepare marinade in a small bowl by whisking together the mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking constantly until slightly thickened. Stir in the lemon zest, garlic and rosemary. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Place lamb in a large bowl or shallow baking dish. Add the marinade and coat the meat well. Refrigerate overnight, covered, turning the lamb once or twice in the marinade.
• Remove meat from the marinade 30 minutes before grilling.
• Oil the grill and prepare the coals.
• Drain the marinade from the lamb and reserve. Grill the meat 4" above the coals, about 20 minutes per side for medium-rare meat, basting frequently with reserved marinade. (Check the lamb for doneness after 30 minutes of grilling).
• To serve, cut the lamb into thin slices and arrange on a decorative platter garnished with the lemon quarters and the sprigs of rosemary.

BEST EVER MEAT MARINADE (STEAK, LAMB OR PORK)

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients.
• Pour marinade over the meat and marinate for 2-3 hours at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator.

LAMB KEBABS WITH PEPPERY LIME MARINADE

Steps:

• Cut the lamb into 2cm thick slices and tip into a bowl. Blitz the chillies in a blender with the garlic, peppercorns, cinnamon, cardamom, lime juice and oil. Pour it over the lamb and mix well. Cover the bowl tightly with cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
• Thread the lamb onto steel or soaked wooden skewers and cook under a preheated grill for 7-10 minutes, turning once.When the lamb is tender, tip any juices from the grill tray into a small saucepan. Cook on a medium heat until syrupy.
• Pour the spiced glaze over the juicy kebabs and serve with the salad, ripped up naan and Mint chutney (see 'Goes well with').

LAMB MARINADE

Steps:

• Mix all the ingredients above in a bowl.
• Add your desired cut of lamb.
• Cover in the fridge for at least 24 hours.
• Cook your lamb in your preferred way.
• Enjoy a nice new taste to your meat.

GRILLED LEG OF LAMB WITH ANCHO CHILE MARINADE

Steps:

• Combine wine, oil, garlic, 3 tablespoons oregano, ancho chile powder, lemon juice, 1 green onion, sugar, salt, and pepper in blender. Blend mixture until smooth. Transfer marinade to 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Add lamb and turn to coat evenly. Cover dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
• Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Grill lamb with some of marinade still clinging to surface until lamb is cooked to desired doneness, 15 to 16 minutes per side for medium-rare (130°F). Transfer lamb to carving board. Let lamb rest 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, finely chop remaining green onion and 1 tablespoon oregano leaves; combine in small bowl.
• Thinly slice lamb across grain. Arrange lamb slices on platter. Pour over any accumulated juices. Sprinkle with onion-oregano mixture and serve.
• * Available in the spice section of many supermarkets and at Latin markets.