Lamb Seasonings

Seasonings and cooking ideas for lamb are limited only by the imagination. Lamb recipes can be flavored with curry powder for a taste of India. Lamb recipes seasoned with oregano and garlic echoes the flavors of Greece. Lamb also can be prepared to reflect the cooking styles of regional America. Jalapenos will add a taste of the Southwest. Or lamb might be prepared California-style using garlic and fresh thyme.

Lamb is also delicious with a wide variety of seasonings below:

Easy ways to use the seasonings:

• Rub a mixture of herbs on lamb before broiling or roasting.
• Cut several small slits at one-inch intervals over the surface of lamb and insert garlic slivers.
• Mix herbs with ground lamb and form patties or a loaf.
• Marinate lamb with a blend of seasonings and wine or dry sherry.
• Add seasonings to lamb stews, soups and casseroles.
• Baste or brush lamb with a mixture of herbs and broth.
• Coat lamb with a mixture of herbs and fruit jelly before roasting.

Grilling with Herbs:

Soak branches of fresh or dried herbs, such as basil, thyme, tarragon, sage or oregano, in water for about one hour. Shake herbs dry and place on hot coals just before adding foods to be grilled. The herbs will add flavor and aroma.