Slow grilling a rack of lamb allows the meat to cook evenly and develop a succulent tenderness, while the mustard and herb marinade infuses it with a burst of flavors. The result is a dish that is both elegant and delicious, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner party. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process of preparing and cooking the perfect slow-grilled rack of lamb with mustard and herbs.
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RACK OF LAMB WITH MUSTARD AND HERBS
My daughter served this for a dinner party recently, and we all really liked it, so I asked her for the recipe. She said she got if from her one of her Williams-Sonoma cookbooks, though I don't know which one. But I think this recipe produces a wonderfully flavorful rack of lamb that we all enjoyed. I hope you do, too.
Provided by Northwestgal
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 55m
Yield 2 racks of lamb, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Season lamb with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in sauté pan over medium-high heat. Sear lamb, one rack at a time. Using tongs, hold each rack upright; sear ends, about 20 seconds each. Rack should look golden. Transfer racks to 13x9-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, stir together bread crumbs, garlic, thyme, rosemary, butter, and a pinch of salt; mix well.
- Brush seared lamb with a thin layer of mustard. Sprinkle bread crumbs over surface of lamb, pressing so it adheres well.
- Roast lamb at 400° until a thermometer reads 120° (about 20 minutes for rare, 25 minutes for medium-rare).
- Before slicing, let lamb rest on cutting board 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
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.)
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.
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
GRILLED LEG OF LAMB WITH ROSEMARY, GARLIC, AND MUSTARD
Provided by Sisi Carroll
Categories Garlic Lamb Mustard Easter Low Cal Backyard BBQ Dinner Rosemary Family Reunion Grill Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Open lamb like book on work surface. Using tip of small knife, make 1/2-inch-deep slits all over lamb. Thinly slice 4 garlic cloves. Insert garlic slices into slits in lamb. Combine remaining 4 garlic cloves, mustard, olive oil, white wine, rosemary, and lemon juice in processor. Blend until coarse puree forms. Spread underside of lamb with half of puree. Place lamb, seasoned side down, in 15 x 10 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Spread remaining puree over top of lamb. Cover lamb with plastic wrap and chill overnight.
- Let lamb stand at room temperature 2 hours. Coat grill rack with nonstick spray and prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Sprinkle lamb generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Grill lamb to desired doneness, about 17 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer lamb to cutting board; let rest 10 to 20 minutes.
- Thinly slice lamb against grain. Overlap slices on platter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh herb sprigs.
- What to drink:
- Syrah would be delicious with the grilled lamb. Mix things up by skipping California and Australian Syrahs and going with an Italian Syrah instead. One to try: the velvety, full-bodied 2006 Villa Pillo Syrah Toscana ($16, Italy).
GRILLED RACK OF LAMB WITH MUSTARD CRUST
A tender, delicious, and addictive recipe for a grilled rack of lamb. The mustard crust adds a savory flavor that is unbeatable. Pairs well with my recipe for roasted potatoes with feta and basil and a glass of red wine.
Provided by daniellev14
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix olive oil, mustard, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl.
- Place the whole rack of lamb into a large zip-top bag and pour mustard mixture all over it. Massage the sauce into the meat until fully coated. Place in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or up to 6 hours.
- Clean an outdoor grill and preheat for high heat. Lightly oil the grate.
- Remove lamb from the refrigerator and discard marinade. Wrap exposed bones in a layer of aluminum foil to prevent them from burning and flaking.
- Place lamb on the preheated grill over direct heat. Sear the surface briefly, just until a dark brown crust starts to form, about 3 minutes; be careful it doesn't burn. Flip and sear the other side.
- Move onto indirect heat and close the grill. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 120 degrees F (58 degrees C) for medium rare, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Transfer lamb to a serving dish and cover with foil for 5 minutes. Remove all foil and cut into chops to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 41.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 312.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
MUSTARD AND HERB CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB
Make and share this Mustard and Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb recipe from Food.com.
Provided by DrGaellon
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix the bread crumbs, parsley, mint, rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper together in a small bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and stir to combine. Set aside.
- Bring lamb to room temperature. Light one chimney full of charcoal. When all the charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and arrange the coals on one side of the charcoal grate (modified two-level). Set cooking grate in place, cover gill and allow to preheat for 5 minutes. Clean and oil the grilling grate. Season the racks liberally with salt and pepper. Place the lamb fat side down close to, but not directly over, the coals. Cover and grill until well browned, about 8 minutes, turning 180 degrees half way through. Remove racks from the grill and place fat side up on a platter or cutting board.
- Spread the mustard over the fat side of the lamb. Carefully press the breadcrumb mixture into the mustard on each rack.
- Place the racks back on the grill, fat side up, close to, but not directly over, the coals. Continue to cook until an instant read thermometer registers 130F when inserted into the side of the rack, another 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the grill and let rest uncovered for 10 minutes. Cut between each rib into chops and serve.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality lamb: Look for lamb that is fresh, well-marbled, and has a bright red color.
- Trim the lamb rack: Remove any excess fat or sinew from the lamb rack. This will help the lamb cook evenly and prevent it from becoming greasy.
- Season the lamb well: Rub the lamb rack with a generous amount of salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. This will help to enhance the flavor of the lamb.
- Cook the lamb slowly: Lamb is a tender meat, but it can easily become overcooked. Cook the lamb rack slowly over low heat until it reaches an internal temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare or 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium.
- Let the lamb rest: Once the lamb is cooked, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful lamb.
Conclusion:
Slow-grilled rack of lamb is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion. With its tender meat and flavorful crust, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a special meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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