1 pound boneless Lamb roast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil

Stir together all of the dry ingredients and rub into lamb. Let stand 15 minutes. Heat oil to medium-hot in a heavy skillet and brown the lamb on all sides. Transfer the lamb to a shallow roasting pan or rack and roast in 350 degrees F oven 35 to 40 minutes or until meat thermometer registers 145 degrees F for medium-rare, 160 degrees F for medium or 170 degrees F for well. When lamb has reached desired doneness, remove from oven and let rest for about 10 minutes. Slice lamb and serve with fresh steamed vegetables and roasted potatoes or rice.