Cooking a rack of lamb dijon is a great way to impress your guests and enjoy a delicious meal. With its tender meat and flavorful herb crust, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household. The key to a perfect rack of lamb dijon is finding the right balance of flavors and textures. You want the lamb to be cooked to perfection, while still retaining its natural juices and tenderness. The herb crust should be flavorful and aromatic, without overpowering the lamb. Follow our step-by-step guide and discover how to make a mouthwatering rack of lamb dijon that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
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DIJON HERB CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB
This Dijon herb crusted rack of lamb is an easy, crowd-pleasing, show-stopping dinner recipe! Succulent, juicy and full of flavor!
Provided by Nicole Gaffney (ColeyCooks.com)
Categories meat
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Trim the majority of the fat cap off the top of the lamb, then season on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat, then sear the lamb until browned on all sides.
- In the meantime, combine breadcrumbs, lemon zest, mint, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Drizzle olive oil over top, then mix until breadcrumbs are thoroughly coated.
- Remove the lamb from the pan and set on a baking sheet. Spread the Dijon mustard over the top in an even coating, then press the breadcrumb mixture on top. Gently pat the breadcrumbs down so that they stick and form a crust.
- Roast on the top rack of the oven until the lamb reaches an internal temperature of 130 degrees for medium-rare. If the breadcrumbs are not browned by the time the meat is done, you can broil it until golden. Be sure to watch closely, as it can easily burn.
- Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes. Carefully cut into double chops - you will lose some breadcrumbs in the process but that's okay. Arrange on plates and top with any remaining breadcrumbs. Serve with mashed potatoes, vegetables, or other appropriate sides.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577 calories, Sugar 2.6 g, Sodium 1905.2 mg, Fat 37.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, TransFat 0.4 g, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 29.4 g, Cholesterol 73.6 mg
ROSEMARY RACK OF LAMB WITH CRUSHED POTATOES
Tender rack of lamb, though expensive, makes an elegant roast for a special-occasion dinner, and it's quite easy to prepare. A brief marinade of pounded garlic and anchovy, Dijon mustard and olive oil heightens the flavor. For a simple accompaniment, roast small crushed potatoes in the same pan. Each eight-bone rack may be sliced into four thick chops, or eight thin chops, if you prefer.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, quick, meat, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Season lamb generously with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, mix together Dijon mustard, garlic and anchovy (or pound together in a mortar for a smoother texture). Stir in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Smear lamb all over with marinade and set aside.
- Meanwhile, boil potatoes until the tip of a paring knife meets no resistance, 10 to 15 minutes depending on size. When potatoes are done, drain, transfer to a roasting pan large enough to hold them in a single layer, and set aside to cool.
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. With palms or the back of a wooden spoon, crush potatoes gently to crack open and slightly flatten. Sprinkle with salt, drizzle with about 2 tablespoons olive oil, and turn to lightly coat.
- Lay lamb racks on top of potatoes, with bones curving downward. Scatter rosemary over meat and potatoes. Roast, uncovered, until a meat thermometer registers 125 degrees (for medium-rare), about 20 minutes. (Cook to 135 degrees for medium.)
- Remove lamb to a cutting board and let rest, tented with foil. Return potatoes to oven and leave to roast 10 to 15 minutes more, until nicely crisped.
- Use a large chef's knife to slice the racks by cutting between the bones. (One rack will yield 4 thick chops or 8 thin ones). Transfer chops and potatoes to a warm platter, sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1165, UnsaturatedFat 49 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 94 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 42 grams, SaturatedFat 39 grams, Sodium 1308 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
RACK OF LAMB DIJON
This recipe was printed in our local paper. It was submitted by request by a fabulous restaurant in our area that used to serve it. Unfortunately, the restaurant no longer exists. But, we remember it fondly every time we make this recipe. It can be doubled or tripled as needed. And, the prep work can be done well in advance of cooking and kept in the refrigerator. This is definitely one of our favorites.
Provided by Normaone
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 35m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix bread crumbs with minced garlic, minced shallot and melted butter.
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Sprinkle meat with ground white pepper and lightly salt.
- Sear rack in 2 Tbs hot oil, 30 seconds on each side to obtain color.
- Brush with mustard on meat side.
- Press bread crumb mixture firmly over mustard.
- Place on baking sheet, crumb side up.
- Bake until desired doneness, approximately 20 minutes for medium rare.
- Use a meat thermometer to insure that the rack is cooked to your liking.
- Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
RACK OF LAMB
Steps:
- In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade, process the salt, rosemary, and garlic until they're as finely minced as possible. Add the mustard and balsamic vinegar and process for 1 minute. Place the lamb in a roasting or sheet pan with the ribs curving down, and coat the tops with the mustard mixture. Allow to stand for 1 hour at room temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Roast the lamb for exactly 20 minutes for rare or 25 minutes for medium-rare. Remove from the oven and cover with aluminum foil. Allow to sit for 15 minutes, then cut into individual ribs and serve.
MUSTARD CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h25m
Yield 1 rack of lamb, serving 2
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Season rack of lamb well on all sides with salt and pepper. Heat a medium skillet over high heat and, when hot, add the oil. When the oil is almost smoking, add the rack of lamb and brown well on all sides, about 6 minutes. Transfer the lamb to a plate and set aside to cool slightly before proceeding.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Using the back of a spoon, spread the mustard evenly over all sides of the lamb. Spread the minced garlic over the lamb in the same manner.
- In a small mixing bowl combine the breadcrumbs and grated cheese and toss to thoroughly combine. Using your hands or a spoon, spread the breadcrumb mixture evenly all over the lamb, pressing so that the crumbs adhere to the meat.
- Place the rack of lamb on a baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes for medium-rare. Allow lamb to sit for 5 to 10 minutes before carving into chops to serve.
- Serve with some of the Fig Chutney, if desired.
- In a large saucepan combine the vinegar, sugar, onion, ginger, mustard seeds, lemon zest, cinnamon stick, salt, allspice, and cloves and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until mixture is thickened and reduced by 2/3, forming a thick syrup. Add the figs and cook gently until the figs are very soft and beginning to fall apart and most of the liquid they've given off has evaporated, about 30 minutes.
- Transfer the chutney to a non-reactive container and allow to come to room temperature before serving. The chutney may be made up to 3 weeks in advance and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container. (Alternately, hot chutney may be ladled into hot sterilized canning jars and processed in a hot-water bath according to manufacturer's directions.)
MINT CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB
I love how the sweet, herbaceous crust works with the subtly gamey meat. Lamb is obviously a popular Easter menu option and this mint-crusted rack of lamb is perfect for the occasion.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Cook mint leaves in a pot of boiling water for about 10 seconds.
- Transfer mint leaves to a bowl of ice water; soak for 30 seconds, drain and squeeze dry.
- Combine blanched mint with garlic, olive oil, bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a food processor or blender. Blend for 20 to 30 seconds until fine and crumbly.
- Transfer mint mixture to a large bowl; stir in Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, set aside.
- Combine 1/4 cup Dijon mustard and 2 teaspoons honey in a small bowl, set aside.
- Combine extra-virgin olive oil, rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons honey, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a jar with a lid. Shake vinaigrette vigorously until combined, about 30 seconds. Set vinaigrette aside.
- Slice 1/2 to 1-inch slits between each bone of the lamb racks to assure the meat roasts evenly.
- Season each rack with salt and black pepper on all sides.
- Heat vegetable oil in skillet over high heat. Brown each lamb rack for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
- Transfer lamb racks to the foil-lined baking sheet.
- Brush each rack with mustard and honey mixture. Sprinkle mint mixture over the top and sides of each rack.
- Bake in the preheated oven until browned on top and medium rare in the center, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 125 to 130 degrees F (52 to 54 degrees C). Remove from oven and allow lamb to rest for 10 minutes before serving, drizzled with honey mustard vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 681.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 121.9 mg, Fat 52.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 625.1 mg, Sugar 7 g
DIJON LEG OF LAMB
"This special entree is always on our Easter table, and i serve it for other events throughout the year," notes Christy Porter of Centennial, Colorado. "I first tasted this delicious lamb at a dinner party given by a friend."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h40m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut leg of lamb horizontally from one long side to within 1 in. of opposite side. Open meat so it lies flat; trim and discard fat. Place lamb in a shallow dish. In a small bowl, whisk the mustard, soy sauce, oil and seasonings. Pour 1 cup of marinade over lamb and turn to coat; cover and refrigerate overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Drain and discard marinade. Lightly oil the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat using a drip pan. , Place lamb over drip pan and grill, covered, over medium-low heat for 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 hours or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Warm reserved mustard sauce; serve with lamb.
Nutrition Facts :
MUSTARD AND HERB CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB
Categories Herb Lamb Mustard Roast Easter Oscars Dinner Meat Rack of Lamb Fall Winter Anniversary Gourmet Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Stir together bread crumbs, parsley, mint, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a bowl, then drizzle with 2 1/2 tablespoons oil and toss until combined well.
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat to 400°F.
- Season lamb with salt and pepper. Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a large heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown lamb 1 rack at a time, turning once, about 4 minutes per rack. Transfer to a 13- by 9- by 2-inch roasting pan, arranging fatty sides up.
- Spread fatty sides of each rack with 2 teaspoons mustard. Divide bread crumb mixture into 3 portions and pat each portion over mustard coating on each rack, gently pressing to adhere.
- Roast lamb until thermometer inserted diagonally 2 inches into center (do not touch bone) registers 130°F (for medium-rare), 20 to 25 minutes, and transfer to a cutting board. Let stand 10 minutes, then cut into chops.
GARLIC-DIJON GRILLED RACK OF LAMB
Rack of lamb marinated in a dijon/garlic/herb mixture. Grilled to a crispy brown on the outside and juicy and pink on the inside.
Provided by StreetChef
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Remove the racks from their wrappers. Pat dry with paper towels and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl combine mustard, garlic, oregano and rosemary. Brush the mixture on the racks.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Cook the racks in a 375 deg. preheated oven for approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- Once cooled, wrap the bones in foil to prevent burning.
- Place the racks on the barbeque and cook for approximately 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.5, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 933.9, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.4, Protein 3.5
ROASTED RACK OF LAMB
I have had this recipe for a long time, and always enjoy making it. You can also do the same thing with beef or pork.
Provided by JENNINE1980
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Move oven rack to the center position.
- In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, garlic, rosemary, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss in 2 tablespoons olive oil to moisten mixture. Set aside.
- Season the rack all over with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy oven proof skillet over high heat. Sear rack of lamb for 1 to 2 minutes on all sides. Set aside for a few minutes. Brush rack of lamb with the mustard. Roll in the bread crumb mixture until evenly coated. Cover the ends of the bones with foil to prevent charring.
- Arrange the rack bone side down in the skillet. Roast the lamb in preheated oven for 12 to 18 minutes, depending on the degree of doneness you want. With a meat thermometer, take a reading in the center of the meat after 10 to 12 minutes and remove the meat, or let it cook longer, to your taste. Let it rest for 5 to 7 minutes, loosely covered, before carving between the ribs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 94.1 mg, Fat 40.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1368.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- Choose the right rack of lamb: Look for a rack that is evenly marbled and has a good amount of fat. This will help ensure that the lamb is tender and juicy.
- Prepare the marinade: The marinade is essential for adding flavor to the lamb. Be sure to use a mixture of herbs, spices, and oil that you enjoy. You can also add some Dijon mustard for a tangy flavor.
- Marinate the lamb: Allow the lamb to marinate for at least 4 hours, or overnight. This will give the flavors time to penetrate the meat.
- Cook the lamb: You can cook the lamb in a variety of ways, including roasting, grilling, or pan-frying. Be sure to cook the lamb to the desired doneness. Medium-rare is a good option for lamb, as it will be tender and juicy.
- Serve the lamb: Lamb can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad. You can also serve it with a sauce, such as a mint sauce or a Dijon mustard sauce.
Conclusion:
Rack of lamb is a delicious and versatile dish that can be prepared in a variety of ways. By following these tips, you can create a rack of lamb that is tender, juicy, and flavorful.
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