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Spice Crusted Lamb Loin

Spice Crusted Lamb Loin

with Bulgur, Feta and Mediterranean Salsa
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on January 23, 2026
Calories
654 kcal
Protein
39.7g protein
Total
40 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Sulphites
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Wheat
  • May contain traces of allergens
  • Celery
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

1 unit(s)

Aubergine

(Contains: May contain traces of allergens, Celery)

1 unit(s)

Red Onion

1 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

½ unit(s)

Lemon

1 bunch(es)

Mint

½ unit(s)

Red Chilli

125 grams

Baby Plum Tomatoes

1 sachet(s)

Chermoula Spice Mix

12 milliliter(s)

Balsamic Vinegar

(Contains: Sulphites)

10 grams

Chicken Stock Paste

120 grams

Bulgur Wheat

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten, Wheat)

2 unit(s)

Lamb Loin**

50 grams

Feta Cheese

Not included in your delivery

2 tbsp

Olive Oil

1 tsp

Sugar

240 milliliter(s)

Water for the Bulgur

Energy (kJ)2737 kJ
Energy (kcal)654 kcal
Fat21.8 g
of which saturates6.7 g
Carbohydrate66 g
of which sugars14.1 g
Dietary Fibre10.6 g
Protein39.7 g
Salt0.3 g
Potassium335.4 mg
Calcium28.2 mg
Iron0.8 mg
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.

Instructions

1

Preheat your oven to 200°C. Trim the aubergine and slice into rounds 1-2cm thick. Halve, peel and thinly slice the red onion. Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). Zest then halve the lemon. Pick the mint leaves from their stalks and roughly chop (discard the stalks). Halve the chilli lengthways, deseed then finely chop. Quarter the baby plum tomatoes.

2

Pop the aubergine slices in a single layer on a lightly oiled baking tray, drizzle with oil, season with salt and sprinkle on half of the chermoula spice. Use your hands to make sure they are well coated. Roast on the top shelf until soft and golden, 20-25 mins, turn halfway through cooking.

3

Meanwhile, heat a splash of oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the red onion and cook, stirring occasionally until softened, 3-4 mins. Stir in the garlic, cook for 30 seconds then add the balsamic vinegar. Cook for 1 min to evaporate the vinegar, then add the water (see ingredients for amount) and chicken stock paste and bring to the boil. Stir in the bulgur, bring back up to the boil, pop a lid on the pan and remove from the heat. Leave to the side for 12-15 mins or until ready to serve.

4

While everything else cooks, heat a drizzle of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Season the lamb with salt and the remaining chermoula spice mix. When the pan is hot, brown the lamb all over for 2-3 mins, then transfer to a baking tray, skin side up. Roast on the middle shelf for 7-9 mins. TIP: This will result in medium-rare lamb, cook for 2-3 mins longer if you want it more well done. Once the lamb is cooked transfer it to a plate and cover it loosely with foil. Leave to rest for 5 mins. IMPORTANT: The lamb is cooked when browned on the outside.

5

Pop the sugar (see ingredients for amount) into a bowl add the olive oil (see ingredients for amount), mint, baby plum tomatoes, red chilli, lemon zest and a squeeze of lemon juice. Mix well, crumble in half of the feta and keep to one side.

6

Whilst the lamb is resting, stir half the salsa through the bulgur and season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon juice (if necessary). Spoon onto your plates. Arrange the aubergine slices alongside. Spoon the remaining salsa neatly on top of the aubergine (don't leave any dressing in the bowl!). Slice the lamb thinly and place on top of the bulgur. Crumble over the remaining feta and enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many praised the tender, flavourful lamb and enjoyed the refreshing salsa combination.
  • Ease of prep: Some found it fiddly or time-consuming to prepare, but others enjoyed the cooking process.
  • Suggestions: Consider cooking the aubergine later to avoid it becoming cold; be careful not to overcook the lamb.
  • Portions: Several noted the lamb portion was small or fatty; others found it generous and high-quality.
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