Cordero al Romero
Cordero al Romero is a traditional Spanish BBQ dish featuring tender lamb marinated with aromatic rosemary and garlic. Grilled to perfection, this dish boasts robust flavors that celebrate the essence of Spanish cuisine.

60 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Spanish
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Lamb shoulder - 500 grams
- Fresh rosemary - 4 sprigs
- Garlic - 4 cloves
- Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
- Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
Steps
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and chopped rosemary to create a marinade.
- Cut the lamb shoulder into 4 equal pieces and add them to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the lamb from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off.
- Place the lamb pieces on the grill and cook for about 8-10 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.
- Once cooked, remove from the grill and let the lamb rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 45 g
- Carbs: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
- Total Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High-quality protein source for muscle repair and growth.
- Rich in essential vitamins and minerals like iron and zinc.
Tags
SpanishHigh ProteinBBQ