Rack of lamb is an elegant and flavorful cut of meat that can be prepared in a variety of ways. When cooked properly, it is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. One of the most popular ways to cook rack of lamb is to roast it in the oven. This method allows the meat to cook evenly and develop a beautiful crust. The red currant wine sauce is a perfect complement to the lamb, adding a sweet and tart flavor that balances out the richness of the meat. This dish is sure to impress your guests, whether you are hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a special meal to enjoy at home.
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RACK OF LAMB WITH RED-CURRANT WINE SAUCE
Categories Wine Lamb Roast Sauté Dinner Currant Rack of Lamb White Wine Fall Anniversary Jam or Jelly Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large pot over high heat. Add lamb bones and brown well, turning occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add shallot; sauté 1 minute. Add stock, vinegar and wine and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until liquid is reduced to 1 cup, about 1 hour. Strain broth into heavy medium saucepan; whisk in jelly. Blend butter and flour in small bowl until smooth. Bring sauce to boil over medium heat. Whisk in butter mixture. Simmer until sauce thickens and is smooth, whisking constantly, about 1 minute. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm before serving, whisking frequently.)
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Sprinkle lamb with thyme, salt and pepper. Add 1 lamb rack to skillet; brown on all sides, about 6 minutes. Place browned lamb rack, meat side up, on rimmed baking sheet. Repeat with second lamb rack. Roast lamb until thermometer inserted into center registers 125°F for medium-rare, about 12 minutes. Let lamb stand 5 minutes. Cut lamb between bones into individual chops. Arrange chops on 4 plates. Spoon sauce over and serve.
ROASTED RACK OF LAMB WITH WHITE BEAN PUREE AND RED WINE REDUCTION
This is a dish that my wife made for us on Valentine's Day one year. It was the best lamb that I've ever tasted. I added the red wine reduction for even more awesomeness! I serve with roasted Brussels sprouts.
Provided by Clint Chapel
Categories Meat and Poultry Lamb
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Heat olive oil for red wine reduction in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and celery; saute until slightly brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Add Cabernet, tomatoes, apple, vinegar, butter, and garlic; simmer until sauce has reduced and is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 15 to 30 minutes. Strain and keep warm.
- At the same time, combine beans, butter, and garlic for bean puree in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for about 25 minutes, then puree with an immersion blender, adding white whine to thin if needed.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Combine bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, rosemary, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in the bowl of a food processor; pulse gently until blended.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in an oven-proof skillet over high heat. Season lamb with salt and pepper and sear racks on both sides until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Coat racks liberally with bread crumb mixture.
- Transfer to the preheated oven and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 145 degrees F (68 degrees C), 12 to 15 minutes. Allow racks to rest before cutting into 2-rib servings.
- Place ribs in the center of serving plates. Drizzle reduction sauce on and around the ribs and spoon the bean puree into slight mounds on 3 sides outside the reduction.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 694.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 123.8 mg, Fat 46.8 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 19.4 g, Sodium 520.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
ROAST RACK OF LAMB WITH CRANBERRY AND RED WINE SAUCE
This stylish dish was posted in our local newspaper. This recipe could grace a holiday occasion or make a good choice for entertaining any time of year.
Provided by William Uncle Bill
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Get your butcher to trim racks of lamb for roasting; trimmed racks ready for roasting are called "frenched".
- In a small bowl, mix together salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Season lamb with salt/pepper mixture.
- Place racks upright, with bones supporting one another in a a small roasting pan.
- Roast lamb in preheated 425 F oven for 25 minutes (for rare), 30 minutes (for well done).
- Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before carving.
- Pour drippings ino a small bowl and skim off fa layer with a teaspoon; set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add cloves and saute for 20 seconds.
- Add jellied cranberries, red wine and thyme and bring to boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat, strain into a clean pan and return to boil.
- Stir in vanilla, vinegar, salt and pepper.
- Pour reserved dripings into the sauce and return to boil.
- Strain into a serving dish.
- Serve with the lamb.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.2, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 498.3, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 14.7, Protein 0.4
LAMB EN CROûTE WITH REDCURRANT SAUCE
Teaming lamb with sage instead of mint is a clever idea for a festive feast - and you can freeze this dish for up to a month
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Season the lamb well. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry three fillets over a high heat for 5 minutes until seared on the outside. Remove from the pan and repeat with the other 3 fillets. Set aside until cold.
- Unravel the whole pack of pastry on a floured surface and cut into four rectangles. Cut the half pack to make two rectangles. Roll out each piece to make the rectangles 2.5cm larger all round.
- Position one rectangle with a short side facing you, brush with egg yolk and sprinkle with a sixth of the chopped sage. Put a lamb fillet on the pastry close to the end facing you, then fold the long sides in to cover the ends of the meat; brush these with more egg yolk.
- Freeze the lamb parcels on a tray until solid for 4 hours, then pack in a freezer container. Seal, label and freeze for up to a month.
- To make the sauce, melt the redcurrant jelly in a pan over a gentle heat, add the port and rosemary and boil uncovered for 10-12 minutes until syrupy. Cool for 5 minutes, strain into a freezer container, then leave until completely cold. Seal, label and freeze for up to a month.
- On the day defrost the lamb seam-side down on a wire rack for 3 hours at room temperature. Defrost the sauce at room temperature.
- Preheat the oven to fan 200C/ conventional 220C/gas 7. Put the parcels seam-side down on a nonstick baking sheet, brush with egg yolk, then snip four incisions in the top of each. Bake for 25 minutes until golden. Remove from the oven and rest them for 5-10 minutes. Reheat the sauce in a pan.
- Slice each parcel and serve with the sauce and watercress salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 807 calories, Fat 44 grams fat, SaturatedFat 19 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 63 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 20 grams sugar, Protein 33 grams protein, Sodium 0.97 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose high-quality lamb racks: Look for racks that are evenly marbled and have a good layer of fat. This will help ensure that the lamb is tender and flavorful.
- Season the lamb generously: Use a combination of salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. This will help to enhance the natural flavor of the lamb.
- Cook the lamb to the desired doneness: The ideal internal temperature for lamb is 135 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare or 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the lamb is cooked to your liking.
- Make the red currant wine sauce ahead of time: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. You can make the sauce up to 3 days in advance.
- Serve the lamb with your favorite sides: Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad are all great options.
Conclusion:
Rack of lamb with red currant wine sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The lamb is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and tangy. This dish is sure to impress your guests.
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