Irish Rack of Lamb Recipe

Name: Irish Rack of Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon pure olive oil; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 small branch rosemary; 1/4 lemon, cut into a wedge; 2 ounces Irish whiskey; 1 pinch kosher salt; 1 pinch cracked black pepper; 3 ounces demi-glace (reduction of red wine, vegetables, and veal bones); 1 ounce brown gravy; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 (6-chop) rack of lamb

Servings: persons

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To make Irish Whiskey Rack Sauce, combine the oil, garlic, rosemary, and lemon in a frying pan.
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Heat on high flame (do not brown garlic).
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Pull pan away from flame.
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Add whiskey, return to flame, and add salt and pepper.
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Add the demi-glace and brown gravy.
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Let reduce and add the butter in slowly, off the heat to thicken the sauce.
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Keep warm.
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Clean rack thoroughly (remove all silver skin).
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Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Place sizzle pan upside down on the grill.
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Put lamb, meat-side-down next to the sizzle pan with the bones resting on the pan.
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This will keep the bones from burning.
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Make the cross-brand mark on the meat side, then turn and cook for a few minutes on the bone side.
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Finish in oven, if you prefer well done.
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When presenting, cut the lamb into 2 pieces.
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Stand up and cross the bones as if to build a tee-pee.
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Top with Irish Whiskey Rack Sauce.
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This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
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The FN chefs have not tested this recipe, and therefore, we cannot guarantee the results.

163

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon pure olive oil, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 small branch rosemary, 1/4 lemon, cut into a wedge, and more.

Yes, Irish Rack of Lamb falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Irish Rack of Lamb

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Variations & substitutions

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