This Mediterranean dip features Pound leg of lamb, MARTINI PASTE:, Onion — chopped, Garlic, Juice and zest of one lemon. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction, aromatic, well-seasoned taste. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Smoked Beef Dip
Description
This Mediterranean dip features Pound leg of lamb, MARTINI PASTE:, Onion -- chopped, Garlic, Juice and zest of one lemon. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction, aromatic, well-seasoned taste. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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The night before, prepare paste.
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In food processor, combine the onion, garlic lemon, gin and salt and process to combine.
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Continue processing, pouring in the oil until a thin paste forms.
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Generously spread the paste on the lamb.
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Place lamb in plastic bag and refrigerate overnight .
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Prepare smoker bringing temp.
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to 200-220F (104&# 194;°C).
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Remove meat from icebox let sit at room temp.
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for 30 min.
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Mix mop (if you plan to baste) and warm over low heat.
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Transfer lamb to smoker.
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Cook 35-40 min./lb.
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until internal temp.
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is 145F for rare-med.
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rare.
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Baste meat w/mop every 45-50 min.
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in wood-burning pit, or as appropriate for your style smoker.
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Remove lamb and let sit 10 min.
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Slice and serve warm or chilled.
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TIP: Leg of lamb is best when lightly smoked in a water smoker.
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But other types will yield pleasing results.
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If using a wood-burning pit, wrap the lamb in foil after the first hour!
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TIP: Use coarse kosher salt.
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The mild flavor won't over-power the dish
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 380.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 31.7g49%
- Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
- Cholesterol 46.8mg16%
- Sodium 9796.1mg409%
- Total Carbohydrate 8.4g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.8g8%
- Sugars 2.0g
- Protein 16.8g34%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.