How Long to Cook a 7 lb Leg of Lamb (Medium)
A 7 lb leg of lamb needs about 3h 48m at 300 °F / 150 °C for medium. Pull it at 136 °F / 58 °C so carryover takes it to 140 °F, then rest 38 min before carving.
Every method compared
Same 7 lb leg of lamb, same doneness — only the heat changes. The Easter roast. Bone-in cooks slightly slower but tastes better — and the bone tells you when to stop probing.
| Method | Pit temp | Cook time | Pull at | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reverse Sear | 300 °F / 150 °C | 3h 48m | 136 °F | 38 min |
| Smoker (Low & Slow) | 225 °F / 110 °C | 5h 54m | 137 °F | 38 min |
Pull temps differ per method on purpose: a 450 °F grill drives far more residual heat into the meat than a 225 °F pit, so the same final temperature needs a different pull point.
Leg of Lamb temperature chart
| Doneness | Final temp | Pull at (7 lb) | Looks like |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rare | 125 °F / 52 °C | 121 °F | Cool red center, very soft. |
| Medium Rare | 130 °F / 55 °C | 126 °F | Warm red center — the sweet spot for most steaks. |
| Medium | 140 °F / 60 °C | 136 °F | Warm pink center, firmer bite. |
| Medium Well | 150 °F / 65 °C | 146 °F | Slight pink, noticeably drier. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a 7 lb leg of lamb take?
About 3 hours 48 minutes at 300 °F, plus 38 minutes of rest. Weight is only a guide — start probing early, because roast shape matters as much as weight.
What internal temperature should it reach?
140 °F / 60 °C final. Pull it at 136 °F: a roast this size carries over about 4 °F while resting.
How long should it rest?
38 minutes. Tent it loosely with foil — a large roast holds heat for a surprisingly long time.