Whole Lamb Spit Roast

Whole Lamb Spit Roast

culinarycreationss.com

Learn to create the perfect whole lamb spit roast with our step-by-step guide. Discover traditional Croatian secrets, seasoning tips & open fire cooking methods

View full recipe on culinarycreationss.com

Recipe Saint is a recipe index: we list the ingredients so you can search, save and plan. The full method, times and servings are on the publisher's page at culinarycreationss.com.

Share this recipe:

Cooking tools:

  • Rotisserie spit
  • Spit forks
  • Spit clamps
  • Drip pan
  • Grill
  • Fire pit
  • Zip-top bag
  • Plastic wrap
  • Butcher's twine
  • Mixing bowl
  • Paper towel
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Aluminum foil
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Pastry brush
  • Kitchen scale

Ingredients

  • 1 whole lamb, dressed (usually 30-50 lbs / 13-23 kg)
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 head garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano (optional, but adds a lovely Mediterranean touch)
  • 1/4 cup coarse sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: Fresh bay leaves or more rosemary sprigs for cavity
  • 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary sprigs

More Like This