Roasted Lamb with Rosemary Potatoes (Pečené jahňacie s rozmarínovými zemiakmi)

This traditional Slovak recipe for Pečené jahňacie s rozmarínovými zemiakmi (Roasted Lamb with Rosemary Potatoes) is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a special occasion or family gathering.

Roasted Lamb with Rosemary Potatoes (Pečené jahňacie s rozmarínovými zemiakmi)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kg lamb shoulder, bone-in
  • 1 kg potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Rub the lamb shoulder with the garlic and rosemary mixture, then place it in a roasting pan.
  4. In a separate bowl, toss the potato chunks with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  5. Arrange the potatoes around the lamb in the roasting pan.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the lamb is cooked to your desired level of doneness and the potatoes are golden and crispy.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the lamb rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  8. Serve the roasted lamb with the rosemary potatoes and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
35g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
25g

Supplies

Roasting pan Basting brush

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pečené jahňacie s rozmarínovými zemiakmi with a side of fresh salad and a glass of red wine for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of lemon zest to the rosemary potatoes before roasting.

Cost

$30