Crown Roast of Lamb with Couscous Stuffing and Pistachio Mint Sauce
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Cuisine: Mediterranean
This elegant crown roast of lamb is filled with a flavorful couscous stuffing made with pistachios and fresh mint. The pistachio mint sauce adds a refreshing and nutty twist to this classic dish, making it perfect for special occasions or holiday gatherings.
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 6-8
Ingredients:
- 1 crown roast of lamb
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the couscous stuffing by combining couscous and chicken broth in a bowl. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork and mix in chopped pistachios, fresh mint, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Fill the cavity of the crown roast of lamb with the couscous stuffing mixture.
- Place the stuffed lamb in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
- While the lamb is roasting, prepare the pistachio mint sauce by blending chopped pistachios, fresh mint, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth.
- Once the lamb is cooked, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
- Serve the crown roast of lamb with the pistachio mint sauce on the side.
- Enjoy your delicious crown roast of lamb with couscous stuffing and pistachio mint sauce!