Rack of Lamb
Elevate your dining experience with a succulent rack of lamb, featuring a fragrant herb crust and juicy interior. This dish transforms any occasion into a gourmet feast, making it perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to something special. With aromatic rosemary and garlic enhancing the tender meat, every bite promises to delight your taste buds. Follow this easy recipe for an unforgettable culinary adventure that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 rack of lamb (about 8 ribs, bone-in)
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub the rack of lamb with olive oil, then season generously with salt, pepper, minced garlic, and chopped rosemary.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear each side of the lamb for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared rack to a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
- Allow the lamb to rest for at least 10 minutes before carving into chops and drizzling with balsamic vinegar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (about 85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg