Best Australia Day lamb recipes that celebrate the diversity of our nation

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Lamb is a much-loved centrepiece of Australia Day celebrations, ideal for barbecues, long lunches and relaxed outdoor entertaining. This collection of Australia Day lamb recipes brings together classic Australian favourites alongside dishes inspired by the diverse, multicultural food influences that shape how we cook today. From BBQ-ready cuts and simple grills to share-style meals with global flavour twists, these recipes reflect the richness of Australia’s food culture while keeping summer cooking easy, inclusive and enjoyable.

Explore popular Australia Day lamb recipes home cooks are choosing, from classic Aussie favourites to globally inspired dishes.

Roast garlic and rosemary roast lamb recipe

Rosemary, garlic and lemon roast lamb

Lamb Rissoles with Sweet Potato Salad

★★★★★ 4.4 (46)

Pulled Lamb recipe served in Lettuce Boats

Pulled Lamb Lettuce Boats

★★★★★ 4.2 (8)

Greek Lamb and Portabella Mushroom Burgers

★★★★★ 4.9 (7)

Watch step-by-step videos showing simple ways to cook lamb for Australia Day, with both traditional and modern flavour ideas.

Lamb Korma Burger

Easy Lamb mince Shepherd's Pie recipe with Cheesy Mash

Easy Family Shepherd's Pie with Cheesy Mash

BBQ Lamb with Chimichurri Sauce recipe for the barbecue

BBQ Lamb with Avocado Chimichurri Dressing

Slow cooked Lamb Korma | Passage to India Korma sauce

Korma Marinated Lamb Shoulder with Spinach Lentils

Slow cooked Lamb Shoulder with Lemon, Garlic and Rosemary Marinade recipe

Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Lemon, Garlic and Rosemary

Slow Cooked Middle Eastern Lamb Shoulder recipe

Slow Roasted Middle Eastern Lamb Shoulder

Watch step-by-step videos showing simple ways to cook lamb for Australia Day, with both traditional and modern flavour ideas.

Lamb Korma Burger

Easy Family Shepherd's Pie with Cheesy Mash

BBQ Lamb with Avocado Chimichurri Dressing

Korma Marinated Lamb Shoulder with Spinach Lentils

Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Lemon, Garlic and Rosemary

Slow Roasted Middle Eastern Lamb Shoulder

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Browse more lamb recipes for Australia Day, featuring a mix of classic Australian dishes and multicultural-inspired favourites.

Lamb Birria Tacos

★★★★★ 4.6 (5)

Potato Gem Shepherd's Pie recipe. Cheesy potato gem bake.

Potato Gems Shepherd's Pie

★★★★★ 4.5 (12)

Lamb Korma Burgers with Onion Curry Sauce

★★★★★ 4.9 (18)

Baba Ghanoush Recipe with Spiced Lamb and Eggs World Egg Day 2020

Lebanese Spiced Lamb, Baba Ghanoush and Fried Eggs

★★★★★ 4.3 (14)

Moroccan Lamb, Yoghurt, Pistachio and Mint Pizza

Middle Eastern Lamb Cutlets with Garlic Yoghurt, Honey and Almonds

★★★★★ 3.6 (51)

Barbecued Butterflied Leg of Lamb with Asian Flavours

★★★★★ 4.2 (17)

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