SPICE-CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB

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Categories     Lamb     Tomato     Roast     Mint     Winter     Party     Coriander     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons whole coriander seeds
4 teaspoons black peppercorns
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
12 whole cloves
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
3/4 teaspoon cardamom seeds (from whole green pods)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pounds meaty lamb neck bones
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
8 large garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger
3 small bay leaves, crumbled
2 large plum tomatoes, chopped
5 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
3 1 1/4-pound lamb racks

Steps:

  • Blend all spices to powder in grinder or mill. Transfer spice rub to small bowl.
  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add bones; saut&é until brown, about 10 minutes. Add celery, onion, garlic, ginger and bay leaves. Reduce heat to medium; saut&é until celery is tender, about 5 minutes. Mix in tomatoes and 2 tablespoons spice rub; stir 2 minutes. Add broth, wine and mint. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 1§ hours. Strain into medium saucepan, pressing hard on solids in sieve. Spoon fat off top of broth; reserve fat for use with lamb. Boil broth until reduced to 1§ cups, about 25 minutes. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Brush each lamb rack with some of reserved lamb fat. Sprinkle each rack with salt and pepper; rub each with 1 tablespoon spice rub. Place on rimmed baking sheet. Let stand at room temperature 2 hours. (Sauce and lamb can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill. Bring lamb to room temperature before continuing.) Preheat oven to 400°F Heat large skillet over high heat. Sear 1 lamb rack on all sides until brown, about 8 minutes. Return to baking sheet. Repeat with remaining lamb racks. Roast lamb until thermometer inserted into center registers 125°F for rare, about 25 minutes.
  • Rewarm sauce. Cut lamb between bones into chops. Divide lamb among 6 plates. Spoon sauce over lamb.

N3k0_b1t2 Grunge
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This spice-crusted rack of lamb is a showstopper! It's perfect for a special occasion dinner.


Rashidah kalule
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lamb turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Emily Strickland
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the spice crust is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Tawana Thomas
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This recipe is a bit expensive, but it's worth it. The lamb was cooked to perfection and the spice crust was amazing. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


All Marjan
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I made this recipe for my friends and they were all impressed. The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the spice crust was flavorful and aromatic. I will definitely be making this again.


Hamid Jajja
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This spice-crusted rack of lamb is a must-try! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the spice crust was flavorful and aromatic. I will definitely be making this again.


Jared Kopunye
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I've never cooked lamb before, but this recipe made it easy. The lamb was delicious and the spice crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Chandul Perera
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The lamb was cooked to perfection and the spice crust was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Jessica Ogwuche
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the spice crust was flavorful and aromatic. I will definitely be making this again.


Anser Girma
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This spice-crusted rack of lamb is a showstopper! It's perfect for a special occasion dinner.


Mahlet Kebede
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I was skeptical about this recipe, but I'm glad I tried it. The lamb was delicious and the spice crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Emiliana Antonio
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This recipe is a keeper! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the spice crust was amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Addi Shm
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I love the combination of spices in this recipe. The lamb was so flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Manuel Bambo
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lamb turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Mm Mehedi
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I've made this spice-crusted rack of lamb several times, and it's always a hit. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the spice crust is amazing. Five stars!


Nkosingiphile Ramahlare
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This spice-crusted rack of lamb was an absolute delight! The lamb was cooked to perfection, and the spice crust was flavorful and aromatic. I highly recommend this recipe.