Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb Recipe
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A flavorful and elegant dish featuring a rack of lamb coated with a mixture of herbs and breadcrumbs, perfect for special occasions.
- Author: Alex Lee
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2-4 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 rack of lamb (8 ribs, about 1.5–2 lbs or 680-900g)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup (30g) panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Trim excess fat from the lamb rack and french the bones if not already done.
- Pat the lamb dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and pepper. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, chopped herbs, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the lamb rack for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let the lamb cool slightly.
- Brush the meaty part of the lamb with Dijon mustard.
- Press the herb mixture firmly onto the mustard-coated areas of the lamb.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven (or move the lamb to a roasting pan if your skillet isn’t oven-safe).
- Roast for 20-25 minutes for medium-rare, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 135°F (57°C).
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Carve between the rib bones and serve immediately with your chosen sides.
Notes
- For a different flavor profile, consider adding other herbs such as oregano or mint.
- Make sure to let the lamb rest before carving for optimal juiciness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 100g
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg