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Cumin-Rubbed Lamb and Red Onion

Easy Juicy Cumin-Rubbed Lamb and Red Onion You’ll Crave

This cumin-rubbed lamb and red onion recipe is bursting with flavor, offering an irresistible combination of spices and sweetness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lamb and Spice Rub
  • 2 pounds Lamb shoulder or leg cuts Choose tender cuts for juicy results
  • 2 tablespoons Ground cumin The star spice
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika Adds a subtle smoky note
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Enhances the lamb's richness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor balance
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Essential for flavor balance
For the Roasted Red Onions
  • 2 large Red onions Sweet and vibrant
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Helps onions roast perfectly
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice Brightens the flavor
Optional Garnish and Serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro or parsley Adds a fresh note
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mint sauce Perfect accompaniment

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make Cumin-Rubbed Lamb and Red Onion
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) for even cooking.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Massage the spice blend all over the lamb cuts, ensuring the flavors adhere.
  4. Toss red onion wedges with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  5. Place the lamb on a parchment-lined sheet and surround it with onion wedges. Roast for 25–30 minutes.
  6. Transfer lamb to a cutting board, tent with foil, and rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Choose tender lamb cuts for juicy results and let the lamb rest for maximum juiciness.

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