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

What ingredients do I need for Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb Recipe?

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (2- to 2-1/2-pound) frenched 8-bone racks of lamb, fat cap trimmed to 1/4 inch, Kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Is Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb Recipe suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb Recipe?

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

Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb Recipe Recipe

Name: Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (2- to 2-1/2-pound) frenched 8-bone racks of lamb, fat cap trimmed to 1/4 inch; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 5 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped; 5 anchovy fillets, salt-packed or oil-packed, rinsed, dried, and finely chopped; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (3/4 stick), at room temperature and cut into small pieces; 1 1/2 cups panko; 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary; 1/3 cup Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon honey; Gray or coarse sea salt, for serving

1

Heat the oven to 425 degrees F and arrange a rack in the bottom third.

2

Meanwhile, let the lamb sit at room temperature.

3

Generously season the racks all over with salt and pepper.

4

Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.

5

Place 1 lamb rack fat-side down in the pan and sear until golden brown, rotating the rack to brown as much of the fat as possible (youre just trying to brown the fat, so dont worry about flipping the rack over), about 3 to 4 minutes total.

6

Transfer the lamb to a work surface, browned-side up.

7

Drain the oil from the pan and wipe out any browned bits with a paper towel.

8

Return the pan to medium-high heat, add the remaining tablespoon of oil, and repeat with the remaining rack.

9

Place the garlic and anchovies on a cutting board.

10

Make a paste by pressing down on the blade of a chefs knife and dragging the side of it across the garlic and anchovies at a 15-degree angle, alternating between smashing them together and chopping the mixture, until a fine paste forms.

11

Transfer the paste to a medium bowl.

12

Add the butter and mix until smooth and combined.

13

Add the panko, parsley, and rosemary and use your hands to evenly combine; set aside.

14

Place the mustard and honey in a small bowl and stir to combine.

15

Using a pastry brush, evenly brush the browned sides of the lamb racks with the mustard-honey mixture, using all of it.

16

Using your hands, gently press half of the panko mixture onto each of the racks over the mustard-honey mixture, making sure to cover the rack all the way up to the bones.

17

Place the prepared lamb racks in a roasting pan with the bones facing the same direction.

18

Roast, rotating the pan halfway through the cooking time, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 125 degrees F to 130 degrees F for rare, about 25 to 35 minutes.

19

Transfer the racks to a cutting board and let them rest uncovered for about 15 minutes.

20

Carve each rack into 4 (2-bone) chops and arrange them on a platter.

21

(Some of the coating may fall offjust sprinkle it back on the lamb.)

22

Season with gray or coarse sea salt and serve.

Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb Recipe

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