Grilled Lamb

From backyard gatherings to elegant dinners, the versatility of grilled lamb is unmatched. From burgers to kebabs, chops to ribs, the possibilities are endless.

Essential Recipes
Rosemary & Garlic Grilled Lamb Ribs with Balsamic BBQ Sauce
Blended American Lamb Burger
Grilled Lamb Burger with Roasted Poblanos and Queso Fresco
Grilled Citrus American Lamb Skewers
View All Grilling Recipes
thermometer timer illustration

Grilled Lamb Time and Temperature 

BEFORE COOKING

BRING LAMB TO ROOM TEMP

AFTER COOKING

LET LAMB REST

ALWAYS CUT

AGAINST THE GRAIN

DON’T OVERCOOK

USE A MEAT THERMOMETER

Preferred Doneness Pull Temperature Final Internal Temperature*
MEDIUM RARE
MEDIUM
WELL		 135˚F
150˚F
160˚F		 145˚F allow meat to rest for 3 minutes
160˚F
170˚F

Since the internal temperature of cooked meat will rise, remove it from the oven or grill, adjusting accordingly by pulling your lamb from the heat whenever it is 10 degrees lower than your desired doneness.

Learn More

Cuts of Lamb for Grilling

From local meat counters and neighborhood farmers’ markets to restaurant menus and family kitchens, a variety of lamb cuts star as the centerpiece of the table.
Learn More