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grilled rack of lamb

Grilled Rack of Lamb

Discover the art of making perfectly tender and flavorful grilled rack of lamb. Elevate your grilling game with this easy recipe today!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 2 racks lamb, frenched (about 1.5 lbs each)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard optional for basting

Equipment

  • Grill gas, charcoal, or pellet
  • Meat thermometer
  • Tongs
  • Sharp knife for slicing
  • Basting brush optional

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and juice.
  2. Rub this mixture all over the racks of lamb, massaging it in, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat for gas or set up a two-zone fire for charcoal.
  4. Place the lamb fat-side up on the grill and sear for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Move the lamb to indirect heat and use a meat thermometer to check for doneness—125°F for medium-rare.
  6. Optionally, baste with Dijon mustard during the last few minutes.
  7. Transfer the lamb to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with flaky sea salt.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

To enhance flavor, toast rosemary and thyme before chopping. Leftovers are great for sandwiches; shred the lamb and serve with arugula and horseradish cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently to retain moisture. If you don't have a grill, roasting in the oven using similar techniques works well. Experiment with different wood chips for added smoke flavor during grilling.
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