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    Home » Dairy Free Keto » Instant Pot Leg of Lamb

    Published: Dec 10, 2017 · Modified: Aug 19, 2021 by Carolyn

    Instant Pot Leg of Lamb

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    Whoa! Cooking a whole leg of lamb in your instant pot is not only quick and easy but it’s also insanely delicious. This low carb keto meal comes together in under an hour! In partnership with The American Lamb Board.

    Low Carb Instant Pot Leg of Lamb

    This past Thanksgiving, I came to the inevitable conclusion that I am just not that much of a turkey person. I am ducking as I say this, because I am sure some die-hard turkey lovers have just picked up the nearest object and thrown it at my head. But I think this has been coming slowly over time.

    I do like the taste of turkey, but I don’t enjoy the work required for making a whole bird. Or the carcass that sits in my fridge, taking up room until I can find the energy to get all the leftover meat off. And then the pressure to use up all those leftovers in creative and different ways, after we’ve all become sick of it.

     

    Easy Instant Pot Leg of Lamb Recipe. Paleo and low carb

    I’d much, much rather do something like lamb. I know turkey is tradition and that the pilgrims didn’t have sheep anywhere nearby when they first came to the Americas. I get that and I will probably keep doing turkey year in and year out because it’s virtually required. But just understand that I will be dreaming of recipes like this Instant Pot Leg of Lamb instead. Because it would be so much easier, so much faster, and I would be happy to have all those lamb leftovers in my fridge.

    I never ever get sick of lamb and I am very glad that with Thanksgiving out of the way and Christmas approaching, I have an excuse to make big lamb roasts. And this winter, I foresee many a comfort meal, like lamb stew or lamb curry. Discovering that I could do it all, even the roasts, in my Instant Pot was quite a revelation. When the American Lamb board challenged me to an Instant Pot recipe, my first inclination was a stew. But with the holidays coming, I wanted a nice, juicy lamb leg roast. So I set about to see if it can be made in a pressure cooker.

    Easy Keto Leg of Lamb in your Instant Pot

    Turns out that it can and that’s it’s so delicious and easy, you’ll wonder why you’ve never done it before. Like many pressure cooker meals, it doesn’t brown up as much as it would in the oven so I popped mine under the broiler for a few minutes after it was finished. But you can skip that step if you prefer. Regardless you will have perfectly cooked leg of lamb that is meltingly tender. Sorry folks, but turkey just can’t compete with this!

    Want more great lamb recipes? Check out this healthy Lamb Kofta!

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    Don’t have an Instant Pot? Well The American Lamb Board just so happens to be giving one away. All you have to do is follow them on Instagram and tag a friend in the comments on THIS PHOTO. And for more great lamb recipes and tips on how to cook lamb, check out The American Lamb Board.

    You can make a whole lamb roast in your instant pot!

    You can make a whole lamb roast in your instant pot!

    Pressure Cooker Leg of Lamb

    Whoa! Cooking a whole leg of lamb in your pressure cooker is not only quick and easy but it's also insanely delicious. This low carb keto meal comes together in under an hour!
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 35 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 8 to 10
    Calories: 432kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 3 to 4 lb boneless leg of lamb
    • Salt and pepper
    • 2 tablespoon avocado oil divided
    • 2 cups water
    • 4 cloves garlic crushed
    • 2 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

    Instructions

    • Pat the lamb dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
    • Set the Instant Pot to sauté and add the oil. Once the oil is hot, brown the lamb all over. Remove the lamb and spread the top and sides with the garlic and rosemary.
    • Insert the rack into the bottom of the Instant Pot. Pour in the water into the bottom of the pot. Place the lamb on the rack and set the Instant Pot to meat/stew. Cook 30 to 35 minutes, depending on how rare you want it (30 minutes is good for medium rare on a 4lb leg of lamb). Let the pressure release naturally before removing the lid.
    • Preheat the broiler. Set the lamb on a broiling pan and broil 6 inches from the heat for about 2 minutes, to brown the top. Remove and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
    Nutrition Facts
    Pressure Cooker Leg of Lamb
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 432 Calories from Fat 232
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 25.82g40%
    Carbohydrates 1.02g0%
    Fiber 0.38g2%
    Protein 44.7g89%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Many thanks to the American Lamb Board for partnering with me to bring you this post.

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    1. Renee says

      January 01, 2022 at 8:16 pm

      5 stars
      It was yummy my family loved it, I cooked my lamb on New Years 2022!

      Reply
    2. Diana says

      December 22, 2020 at 10:51 am

      I have a 5.5 lb lamb leg. Couldn’t find anything smaller. How much time should I cook it for?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        December 22, 2020 at 1:12 pm

        I honestly cannot tell you, since that’s not how I tested the recipe. Maybe you can google it?

        Reply
    3. William says

      September 12, 2020 at 2:22 pm

      5 stars
      I cooked my 3# leg for 25 minutes and natural release, hoping to get it medium rare. While it was tasty and tender it was closer to medium/medium well. Next time, should I cook it for a shorter period of time or should I do the quick release? Or both?
      Thanks!
      William

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      • Carolyn says

        September 12, 2020 at 3:12 pm

        I’d try 5 min less and then still natural release. Hard to say!

        Reply
    4. Erin says

      December 28, 2019 at 10:41 am

      I’ve got two 1.3 lb semi boneless roasts. I’m thinking to cook for 20 mins to get medium rare. Anyone have suggestions?

      Reply
    5. Cindy Smith says

      July 03, 2019 at 12:53 pm

      This is an awesomely easy and yummy recipe. I made a little change and it’s worth it. Instead of water, I used low sodium beef stock and made a delicious gravy with it after the lamb was cooked. My gravy is simply 3-T melted ghee, salt and pepper, 3-T flour (not enough to screw up your diet considering how much gravy you’ll have) – cooked on medium heat while wisking )until the flour was starting to brown) then slowly wisking in the beef/lamb stock until it is the consistency you like. Serve over the sliced lamb. YUM.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        July 04, 2019 at 10:26 am

        I love this! Sounds fabulous.

        Reply
    6. Natasha says

      April 12, 2019 at 1:59 pm

      5 stars
      This would be a sweeeet out of the box dinner for Easter! Or any Sunday dinner. Trying out on my inlaws for sure!!

      Reply
    7. Steph says

      April 12, 2019 at 1:09 pm

      5 stars
      I love how easy and delicious this recipe was! Can’t wait to make it again!

      Reply
    8. Sara Welch says

      April 12, 2019 at 12:05 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so tender and delicious! I love that you can cook it in the Instant Pot too!

      Reply
    9. Jocelyn says

      April 12, 2019 at 11:36 am

      5 stars
      Perfect for the instant pot. I am ready to pull mine out again!

      Reply
    10. Kristyn says

      April 12, 2019 at 11:23 am

      5 stars
      Ok, I need to use my instant pot more! This looks so tender & juicy & love that it doesn’t take all day to cook!

      Reply
    11. Jennifer Selberg says

      February 27, 2019 at 5:34 pm

      I a have a 2# boneless leg of lamb. I like my meat on the rare side – medium rare at the most. How long should I IP cook this for? Is there a basic formula of so many minutes per pound if you want rare, or medium, or well done? Would love to know the formula, so I can properly cook any size leg I happen to get. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        February 27, 2019 at 6:59 pm

        I certainly don’t have a formula, but you can do it for a shorter amount of time and then test it with an instant read thermometer. If it’s not high enough, finish it off in the oven.

        Reply
      • Marilyn F Chiaramonte says

        March 25, 2020 at 3:00 pm

        5 stars
        There is another blogger who gives the formula: for medium rare boneless lamb – 10 minutes per pound; for medium rare bone-in or semi-bone in lamb – 15 minutes per pound. Let the pressure release naturally. Hope that helps.

        Reply
    12. Linda Erro says

      January 17, 2019 at 8:43 pm

      5 stars
      Thought I would share while my leg of lamb cooks in the Instant POT. My grand children are all grown so I don’t see them as much. I saw your pictures and thought this looks just like the lamb I cook for 4-5 hours. I have invited all the boys tonight (girls are not fond of lamb). Smells heavenly and hubby keeps asking, is it done yet. Thank you for sharing this recipe. I am going to make gravy with the juices. Instant POT does have a learning curve. The more I use it the better I enjoy using it. I am giving this 6 stars.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        January 17, 2019 at 9:09 pm

        Thanks, Linda! I love lamb and it’s nice to take a shortcut with the Instant Pot. Enjoy!

        Reply
    13. Allison Forcey says

      November 28, 2018 at 4:08 pm

      How would you adjust the time for a frozen roast? It is only 1.9lbs.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        November 28, 2018 at 5:22 pm

        No idea but I bet you can google it!

        Reply
      • Lix says

        December 29, 2020 at 10:40 pm

        I add a couple of table spoons of blackberry jam in a small pot and bring to a simmer then strain. It’s my favorite with any kind of lamb. Of you like it thicker, just add a bit of flower mixed withcold water, add slowly, consistently storing, and bring to a boil again. Yum

        Reply
    14. Lauren Johnson says

      November 18, 2018 at 7:24 pm

      What other oil can you use other than avocado oil?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        November 18, 2018 at 9:54 pm

        Whatever you like.

        Reply
    15. Lizzie says

      July 29, 2018 at 6:38 am

      I don’t have an oven. Does it really need that final step? Maybe I could put it on the grill?
      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        July 29, 2018 at 11:02 am

        The grill will totally work!

        Reply
    16. Beth says

      July 20, 2018 at 10:03 am

      Did you allow your roast to come to room temperature before Siri and the pressure cooking? Do you think it will matter with timing? My leg is boneless and just under 5 1/2 pounds, based on your other comments, I am thinking about cooking it on high with natural release for 40 minutes for medium rare. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        July 20, 2018 at 12:57 pm

        I do almost always let my roasts come to room temp first. If yours is that big, it will definitely take a little more time in the IP.

        Reply
        • Beth says

          July 20, 2018 at 2:41 pm

          Thanks so much!

          Reply
      • Jay says

        April 11, 2020 at 10:07 pm

        Hi, unfortunately the only lamb Leg available had a big bone in it! Do you have any timing suggestions?

        Reply
        • Carolyn says

          April 12, 2020 at 11:23 am

          I don’t but I bet you could google it!

          Reply
    17. Margaret Joedan says

      April 11, 2018 at 2:32 pm

      what should the timing be for a semi-boneless leg?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        April 11, 2018 at 4:26 pm

        I don’t know, I didn’t write the recipe that way. Sorry!

        Reply
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