Description
A flavorful and elegant Rack of Lamb recipe infused with garlic, rosemary, thyme, and parsley. Perfectly roasted to medium rare, this dish makes for a stunning main course ideal for special occasions or a gourmet dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Lamb and Marinade
- 2 racks of lamb 8 bones each, frenched
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves minced
- 1 tablespoon thyme leaves minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley leaves minced, plus more for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with foil and coat the foil with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, minced rosemary, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir well to create the flavorful herb mixture.
- Season Lamb: Rub the olive oil and herb mixture all over both racks of lamb thoroughly to coat evenly. Let the lamb sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes to allow flavors to infuse and meat to come to temperature.
- Roast: Place the racks on the prepared sheet pan and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 120 degrees F, indicating medium rare.
- Rest: Remove the lamb from the oven and cover loosely with foil. Let rest for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute and the temperature to rise to 125 degrees F for perfect doneness.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the lamb between the bones into individual chops. Sprinkle with additional fresh parsley for garnish and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Resting the meat after roasting is crucial for juicy and tender lamb.
- Use a meat thermometer for best results to avoid overcooking.
- Frenched racks provide an elegant presentation but can be bought pre-frenched to save time.
- Feel free to adjust the herb quantities based on personal preference.
- Serving suggestion: pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
