Rack of Lamb with Soy-Balsamic Marinade

1. 1

   In a glass or ceramic dish, combine the soy sauce, balsamic vinegar and lemon zest.

2. 2

   Add the lamb racks, fat side down, and marinate at room temperature for 2 hours, turning once.

3. 3

   Preheat the oven to 450.

4. 4

   Remove the lamb racks from the marinade and pat dry.

5. 5

   Season with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   In each of 2 large skillets, heat 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil until shimmering.

7. 7

   Add the racks, fat side down, and cook over moderately high heat until nicely browned, about 3 minutes; turn and sear the meaty side of the racks, about 2 minutes longer.

8. 8

   Transfer the racks to a rimmed baking sheet, fat side up.

9. 9

   Roast in the upper third of the oven for 15 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of each rack registers 120 to 125(for medium rare meat).

10. 10

    Let the lamb rest for 10 minutes before carving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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