A barbecue recipe in collaboration with Simply Beef & Lamb.
Last Autumn my husband took the notion that he’d like to go trout fishing next summer. So, for Christmas, I bought him a starter loch trout rod kit from our local fishing tackle shop. Come March I bought him a fishing license so he’s now allowed to fish in the 80 or so lochs in Shetland that are seeded, annually, with trout.
We just had to wait for the weather.
Last weekend provided us with a perfect opportunity to test out the new fishing rod. The wind died down, the sun came out and the fish… well they were there at least, we could see them feeding. An outdoor BBQ/picnic was required.
On the menu (just in case trout weren’t caught), were some gorgeous barbeque lamb leg steaks with a herb marinade. Super easy to prep you simply mix the four ingredients, season with salt and pepper and pour over some steaks. I popped mine into a small plastic tub and popped them into the chill box to marinade until the barbeque got going.
This summer, Simply Beef & Lamb is asking everyone to set a new standard to British BBQs and make sure every flame grilled meal is delicious and special. British BBQs tend to be uninspiring compared to the al fresco dining seen in other countries and we tend to offer the same food at each event (sausage rolls, burgers and potato salad, anyone?). I’ve teamed up with Simply Beef & Lamb to help break this habit and encourage Brits to ‘#RaiseTheSteaks’ and become masters of the BBQ, having pride in and confidence cooking with lamb steaks.
Lamb steaks are delicious cuts of meat and while they are truly simple to cook on the BBQ, they can transform the occasion from average to impressive.
As customers, we want to be sure we are buying farm assured quality meat, and we can be sure of this if we look out for the Red Tractor logo on packs in supermarkets. All lamb carrying the Red Tractor logo can be traced back to the farms the livestock came from and we can be assured that the farmers and suppliers who produce lamb for the scheme meet comprehensive standards covering hygiene, safety, environmental protection and animal welfare at every stage from farm to fork.
So yes, back to the gorgeous lamb recipe! This recipe really was something amazing – tender and flavoursome and it paired really well with a simple fresh cherry and spinach salad with some mixed beans, red onion and a simple balsamic vinegar dressing.
It went down really well sitting on a picnic blanket on the banks of the fishing loch, sun streaming down, Arctic terns and Oystercatcher birds flying above us. Proper summer. It’s here!
For more BBQ recipe inspiration visit the Simply Beef and Lamb website and follow them on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
What will you be cooking on your barbeque this season? Will it be lamb? Share your barbecue lamb steak creations using the hashtag #RaiseTheSteaks!
ps. In case you were wondering, no trout were caught. Better luck next time!
BBQ Lamb Leg Steaks in a Herb Marinade
Ingredients
- 4 150 gram lamb leg steaks (look for the Red Tractor logo)
- 6 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 4 tsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary finely chopped
- sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Place the lamb leg steaks in a non-metallic dish.
- Combine the marinade ingredients together and pour over the lamb leg steaks, making sure they are covered in the liquid.
- Cover the dish and leave to marinade in the fridge for 15-20 minutes.
- Cook the steaks on a prepared barbecue or preheated moderate grill for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until any meat juices run clear. A digital thermometer will read 71 C when the meat is cooked.
- Transfer the cooked steaks to a warm plate and leave to rest a few minutes.
- Serve wtih a fresh cherry and bean salad made with mixed beans, cherries, finely sliced red onions, baby spinach leaves and a light dressing.
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Mum of three, daydream adventurer, OU Life Sciences graduate, occasional crafter, ex-pat Canadian & quite possibly Britain's most northerly food blogger.
Tadej says
I like everything in this post – from the marinade, how the plate looks like and also the grill. I would try the dish without hasitation.
Claire says
That looks definitely delicious. I actually ate steak yesterday and I love juicy ones. They are just awesome. Grilling steak at home is amazing too!
Kat |Kitty and B says
I don’t eat meat, but I know your recipes are great, so I’ve shared this with my son’s grandparents who absolutely adore lamb! Good to know about the Red Tractor logo, too!
Kat x
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
I think that marinade would be delicious on chicken or steak too!
Patrick Karuu says
Looks so juicy and yummy. This is a must do
David Kimani says
What an amazing recipe….. that aroma of the rosemary…. Great!!
debi at Life Currents says
What a fun outing this loo9ks like! I love the idea of going fishing and taking some great BBQ along. Thanks for the suggestion!
Chikumo says
That lamb looks absolutely heavenly!!
Debra C. says
Sounds like even if the fish we’re biting you had a feast! That lamb looks wonderful and every day is a great day on the river!
Anna Johnston says
I’m not a huge fan of lamb, something to do with being raised on a sheep farm in outback Australia I think but couldn’t help but be attracted to the idea of going fishing and bringing a BBQ steak – a woman with a good back up plan!!! Love your photography Elizabeth and having fun trawling your blog. Thanks for sharing.
Suzy says
This is a meal after my own heart! We’re big on lamb around here!
Rosey says
Yum! The marinade looks really delicious! I want to try this recipe
Rebecca Swenor says
We have not had lamb in so many years. I don’t believe I ever cooked it for my kids before. This lamb leg steak in a herb marinade sounds amazing. I will have to make this for our next family gathering. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
rain says
wow..bbq lamb steaks. That sounds so delicious and that recipe looks so easy. Going to try it. I’m always looking for something different and lamb steaks are definitely different.
Elizabeth O says
Your lamb legs look delicious but what caught my eye was that magnificent salad and the bread. I want that salad. Yum
lex says
i so much love the look of this i gotta say, having lamb leg steaks on such a wonderful occasion as i see here is cool, now having it all marinaded makes it splendid and such a tasty delight. i like the steps and recipe put up and thats sure a try for me soon.
Echo says
Marinated lamb sounds heavenly. I have never tried to cook lamb, but I may have to give this a shot!
David Elliott says
It does look absolutely fabulous. And the marinade looks amazing. I could use it.
Fashion and Style Police says
This recipe is making my mouth water. I love lamb dishes.
Alaina Bullock says
Oh yum! Honestly, I had never wanted to try lamb, but a few weeks ago I finally gave in and had a bite. Delicious! I can’t believe I waited so long to try it. Saving this recipe because it sounds amazing!
Tina Gleisner says
You’re right that we all tend to make the same things when we barbeque … it’s easy & takes little planning. So I like your idea to try new meats on the grill & who knows, we might find some new favorites.
Deborah Nicholas says
oh wow that looks delicious and i love the sound of that marinade!
Tooting Mama says
we have a tiny little balcony in Paris so I am really missing the barbeque season. But when we get back to the UK going to hit the garden and fire it up. And lamb steaks are going to be on the menu – love them!
Amanda Love says
It’s nice to have a bbq during the summer! It’s really the perfect season for anything outdoors! This lamb steaks recipe looks so good! I’d love to keep it!
Tori says
That marinade looks divine! Do you think it would work well with chicken?
sondra says
I wouldn’t have even known it was lamb if the recipe didn’t say so. That looks so delicious, it would make a perfect lunch or dinner.
fashionmommy says
I love marinated meat and these look fabulous for barbecue season.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
These lamb steaks sound so delicious and appetizing. I think these would be the perfect main dish for any summer gathering.
Anosa says
These look and sound lovely. I never make lamb because short of roasting it I never know what to do with it but I love the look of this recipe. One to try for the bbq
Chemady says
The recipe is well stated and makes it look easy to make.
Emma @ Supper in the Suburbs says
Blooming heck you really know how to do a picnic 😛 love that shot of him fishing in the background with the lamb steaks on the BBQ. Can I come next time please!
Nancy says
Your post is another reason I can ever go vegan haha! I love grilling. Especially in such nice weather so am bookmarking this recipe. Wondering if it make a huge difference if I substitute sea salt with regular salt…
The Brainy Mama says
That looks soooo delicious! It’s perfect for summer parties and getwaways.
Tonya Wilhelm says
Wow! I’m not a lamb fan, but my step dad is. I’m sharing right now. Thanks for this recipe.
Ashvin Nankoo says
This will make a great BBQ lunch for the family. The weather is really awesome in London and continues until next week. This will be loved by everyone and the recipe looks quite easy to follow too!
Akamatra says
These seem delicious and so does that salad. I wish I could pull that through too!
Jovita @ Yummy Addiction says
These steaks look super juicy and I love it. Bookmarking to try them next weekend!
Maria Magdalena says
The steaks look delicious. it’s look extra yummy…………..
Whitney Abigail says
I love lamb and this seems like perfect food for a gathering or a summer BBQ.
Lauretta @ Home and Horizon says
These look absolutely delicious – I’m sending this post to my husband to read to get the idea of the BBQ – he’d be all over this!
Dahn says
wow, best picnic ever! You know how to do it right!
Jessica says
Your marinade recipe sounds amazing. The steaks look delicious. We are big fans of grilling out in the summer here in the states. Yup we have potato salad with every BBQ. We will definitely be grilling out a lot. I am going to have to find a way to do this recipe too.
Natalie says
This looks absolutely amazing. So juicy, flavorful and delicious. I love the herb marinade. Just one big yum!
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Wow! How juicy and delicious is this lamb!! Amazing! I have never had lamb this way.
Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry says
I always look for the Red Tractor logo as a sign of quality. Your marinade looks amazing
Heidi Roberts says
A marinade makes meat stay so tender on the BBQ – these look extra yummy!
Mikaela says
The lamb steaks are beautiful! My mouth is watering!
Ana Ojha says
Your recipe looks amazing for grilling this summer season! I’m completely drooling over your first picture. Lamb Leg Steaks in a herb marinade looks incredibly delicious!
Lisa | Garlic & Zest says
What a simple, flavorful marinade! I definitely want to try this one soon. I don’t think I’ve ever seen lamb steaks before, but I’m thinking I could use a leg of lamb and cut them into chunks for kebabs — what do you think?
Sarah Bailey says
Oh wow this sounds like a delicious marinade for lamb, there is something wonderful about the mix of flavours of lamb and herb.
Roxana says
Always love a nice lamb steak. It looks so juicy. And rosemary goes so well with lamb.
Emily says
This sounds delish, I’ve not had lamb in ages so this is the perfect recipe to try.
Erica Julson says
Wow, what gorgeous photos! Grilling & fishing?? Sounds like the perfect day to me. I’m always looking for new ways to try lamb. Thanks for the new recipe to try!
Geoffrey @ Spoonabilities says
Those steaks look so delicious. That first picture made my mouth start to water!! I love lamb, but dont think i ever had lamb in a steak cut like this.
Heather Johnson says
I like herb marinades. Your recipe sounds quite delightful for summer grilling season.
Sarah Bailey says
Oh gosh I hadn’t through of putting it out on the BBQ what a fantastic idea.. Now to just talk the OH into that!