Seriously Simple: Chinese marinade kicks up flavor of grilled lamb
Serves 6 to 8
1 leg of lamb (6 to 7 pounds), boned, butterflied and evenly flatted with fell (tough outer skin) removed, and well-trimmed of any remaining fat
Sprigs of mint or cilantro, for garnish
For the marinade:
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1/3 cup finely minced scallions (green and white parts included)
3 tablespoons Asian-style sesame oil
3 tablespoons well-aged Chinese dark Chinkiang vinegar or balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
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