The 10 best lamb leg recipes to cook for Christmas Day

Do something a little bit special this festive season by cooking your loved ones a roasted leg of lamb on Christmas Day. A roast lamb is the ultimate Kiwi tradition, and for good reason - New Zealand lamb is the best you can get anywhere in the world. We’ve taken the hassle out of choosing how to go about doing it by selecting some of our favourite recipes below.

1. Herb and garlic crusted leg of lamb

This lamb is roasted in a pool of garlic, and topped with a crunchy crust. A must-try for anyone looking to impress.

2. Shawarma lamb salad

A deliciously spiced butterflied lamb leg is served on a bed of herby salad with a fresh dressing to make it extra special. This is a lighter meal that the whole family will enjoy.

3. Marinated roast lamb with fresh mint topping

There’s no better time to treat your family with this superb cut than the festive season - and this recipe was designed with festivity in mind.

4. Slow-roasted lamb leg with tamarind glaze and gravy

This beautiful slow-roasted leg of lamb falls off the bone and is served with an easy tamarind gravy.

5. Feta and sunshine stuffed boneless lamb leg

Wanting a fuss-free idea for Christmas which is packed with flavour? You'll love this boneless lamb leg stuffed with feta cheese, pesto, and sun-dried tomatoes.

6. Boneless leg of lamb with rosemary, orange and cranberry stuffing

This delicious rolled lamb leg roast is so easy to prepare. Follow the simple instructions to create a special occasion meal to delight your family and friends.

7. Pulled pomegranate and mint lamb

Roast lamb doesn’t get much better than when it’s slowly cooked, allowing it to become beautifully tender and fall off the bone. Couple this with sweet bursts of pomegranate and you have perfection.