👨🍳 Method
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Make small diagonal cuts in the lamb leg, approximately 1 cm deep.
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Mix Greek yogurt, ginger, garlic, garam masala, cumin, turmeric, cayenne pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, salt, oil and coriander into a smooth paste.
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Rub marinade thoroughly into and around the lamb leg, refrigerate for 24 hours (turn halfway through).
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Remove lamb leg from refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for 2 hours.
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Preheat oven to 200°C.
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Heat ghee in a roasting pan, sear the lamb leg (less than 1 minute per side).
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Add onion, ginger slices and green cardamom around the meat.
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Cover with aluminum foil, place in oven for 45-60 minutes (turn halfway through).
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Remove foil in the last 10 minutes for a golden brown crust.
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Let rest for 10 minutes, slice thickly and serve.
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