Description
This herb crusted rack of lamb is the perfect dish for a special occasion, featuring a delicious garlic herb mixture that enhances the savory flavor of the lamb.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Frenched lamb rib rack with 8 ribs
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves
- 3 cloves garlic (cut in half)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
- ½ tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- chopped fresh parsley (for serving)
Instructions
- Pat the lamb rack dry with paper towels. Season it with salt and pepper on all sides, then set it aside.
- In a small food processor, combine the olive oil, parsley, garlic, rosemary, and thyme leaves; pulse until thoroughly combined.
- Using a sharp knife, score the fat layer on the lamb by making several cuts through the fat, then rub the garlic-herb mixture all over the rack of lamb.
- Place the lamb in a resealable bag, seal it, and marinate at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours. You can also marinate it overnight in the refrigerator. Bring it to room temperature before cooking.
- Preheat the oven to 450˚F. Take the lamb out of the bag and place it on a baking pan, fat side up. Cover the exposed ribs with foil to prevent them from burning while roasting.
- Roast the lamb for 25 minutes or until its internal temperature registers at 125˚F for rare or 135˚F for medium-rare. Use an Instant Read Thermometer for accurate results.
- Remove the lamb from the oven; loosely cover it with foil and let it rest for 15 minutes before cutting.
- To cut, slice the lamb into individual cutlets, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- This recipe is best served with side dishes like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
- Ensure to let the lamb rest before cutting to keep it juicy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg