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Rack of Lamb with an Herb Crust

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Lamb has a tender consistency and a rich flavor that enhance the texture of wines such as Hermitage, Côte Rôtie, and Shiraz.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 racks of lamb, French trimmed
2 1/2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs
2 oz. parsley
1 egg
salt and pepper, to taste
1 oz. whole-grain mustard
12 small shallots
12 small cloves garlic, peeled
1/4 cup brown sugar
4 tbsp. cold butter, diced
1/2 cup ruby port
2 cups lamb stock
4 small sprigs thyme
4 small sprigs rosemary

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F.

    Step 2

    Heat the oil in a pan, and sear the lamb until golden brown. Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, then remove.

    Step 3

    In a food processor, blend the breadcrumbs, parsley, and egg until fine, then season. Brush mustard onto the lamb, and coat with the mixture.

    Step 4

    Place the shallots and garlic onto a sheet of aluminum foil, and sprinkle with the brown sugar and butter. Roast in the foil parcel for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

    Step 5

    In a pan, bring the port and the lamb stock to the boil, simmer until it has reduced by half, and season.

    Step 6

    Preheat the grill. Grill the lamb crust-side-up for 5 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes, and slice into cutlets.

    Step 7

    To serve, place a portion of the cutlets on each plate and arrange the shallots and garlic around. Drizzle the sauce around the plate, and serve with a sprig each of rosemary and thyme.

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