Romantic Roasted Rack Lamb (Printable)
Tender rack lamb roasted with fresh herbs and garlic, perfect for an elegant dinner.
# What you'll need:
→ Lamb
01 - 1 rack of lamb (about 8 ribs, 1.1–1.3 lbs), frenched
→ Marinade & Seasoning
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
04 - 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
07 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
08 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
10 - Lemon wedges (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F.
02 - In a small bowl, mix olive oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to form a paste.
03 - Pat the rack of lamb dry with paper towels. Rub the herb mixture evenly over the entire rack.
04 - Heat a heavy ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb, fat side down, for 2–3 minutes until browned. Flip and sear the other side for 2 minutes.
05 - Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 15–18 minutes for medium-rare, or until a meat thermometer registers 135°F.
06 - Remove from the oven, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing into individual chops.
07 - Arrange on a platter, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The herb crust creates this incredible texture that locks in all those lamb juices
- It comes together in under an hour but looks like something from a fancy French restaurant
02 -
- A meat thermometer is your best friend here, overcooked lamb is tragic and easily avoided
- That initial sear creates the foundation for your crust, so dont rush this step or skip it
03 -
- Buy the best quality lamb you can find, since this recipe relies on just a few ingredients
- Have your skillet fully hot before adding the lamb to get that restaurant-quality sear