Cardamom-Scented Lamb with Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Name: Cardamom-Scented Lamb with Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme; 2 cups dry red wine; 1 cup canned beef broth; 1 cup canned low-salt chicken broth; 2 tablespoons shelled cardamom seeds; 2 1 1/4- to 1 1/2-pound racks of lamb, trimmed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 4 teaspoons coarse-grained mustard; Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Maple Syrup

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons tomato paste
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
2 cups dry red wine
1 cup canned beef broth
1 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
2 tablespoons shelled cardamom seeds
2 1 1/4- to 1 1/2-pound racks of lamb, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces
4 teaspoons coarse-grained mustard
Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Maple Syrup

1
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Add tomato paste, garlic and thyme; saute 1 minute.
3
Add wine and boil until reduced by half, about 8 minutes.
4
Add both broths; boil until reduced to 1 1/4 cups, about 10 minutes.
5
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
6
Cover and refrigerate.)
7
Preheat oven to 450 F. Toast cardamom seeds in heavy small skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
8
Cool.
9
Transfer to spice grinder; grind coarsely.
10
Sprinkle lamb with cardamom, salt and pepper.
11
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over high heat.
12
Add 1 lamb rack; sear until brown, turning occasionally, about 6 minutes.
13
Transfer lamb, meat side up, to baking sheet.
14
Repeat with second lamb rack.
15
Roast until meat thermometer inserted into center registers 125F for medium-rare, about 18 minutes.
16
Let stand 5 minutes.
17
Cut lamb between bones into chops.
18
Bring sauce to simmer.
19
Reduce heat to low.
20
Add butter and mustard; whisk just until butter melts.
21
Season with pepper.
22
Spoon sauce onto plates.
23
Top with sweet potatoes and lamb and serve.

673

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 6 garlic cloves, minced, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Cardamom-Scented Lamb with Mashed Sweet Potatoes falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!