SPICE-RUBBED LAMB RACK WITH YOGURT AND FRESH HERBS

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Spice-Rubbed Lamb Rack with Yogurt and Fresh Herbs image

Provided by Curtis Stone

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 1/4 teaspoons fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
2 racks of lamb (about 1 1/4 pounds each), bones Frenched
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup labne (Middle Eastern strained yogurt)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper
Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Make the spice rub: Combine the peppercorns, coriander seeds, fennel seeds and cumin seeds in a small dry skillet over medium-high heat; cook, stirring, until toasted, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder and grind to a fine powder. In a small bowl, mix the freshly ground spices with the paprika, cayenne and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Preheat a grill to medium high and prepare for indirect grilling: For a charcoal grill, bank the hot coals to one side and leave the other half empty. For a gas grill, preheat all the burners, then turn off half the burners and keep the others on medium-high heat.
  • Grill the lamb: Coat the lamb with the olive oil and sprinkle with the spice mixture. Grill over direct heat, turning as needed, until browned all over, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to indirect heat (the unlit side of the grill); cover and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the lamb registers 125 degrees F for medium-rare doneness, 20 to 24 minutes. Transfer the lamb to a cutting board and let rest 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, mix the labne, olive oil, herbs, Aleppo pepper, lemon zest and 2 teaspoons lemon juice. Season with salt, black pepper and more lemon juice, if desired. Carve the lamb racks and serve with the yogurt sauce.

Aizaz Jani
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lamb. It's easy to make and the results are amazing.


Crystal gopaul
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This recipe is a keeper! The lamb was so tender and the yogurt sauce added a delicious tang.


Ahmad El Masri
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This is one of the best lamb dishes I've ever had. The lamb is cooked to perfection and the yogurt sauce is heavenly.


Kala Gurung
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I've never had lamb before, but this recipe made me a fan. The lamb was cooked perfectly and the yogurt sauce was delicious.


Shehbaz Ali
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This lamb dish is amazing! The lamb is so tender and juicy, and the yogurt sauce is the perfect accompaniment.


Brinda Mathis
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This recipe was a disaster! The lamb was overcooked and the yogurt sauce was runny. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Deepak Xettri
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it would have been better with more herbs and spices.


Towsif Alam
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was very well-made and the lamb was cooked perfectly.


Noah Musa
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Easy to follow recipe with great results. The lamb was cooked to perfection and the yogurt sauce was delicious.


Alex Ivanovski
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit at my dinner parties. The lamb is tender and juicy, and the yogurt and herb sauce is the perfect complement.


Colleen Pienaar
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This spice-rubbed lamb rack is a must-try for any lamb lover. The lamb is cooked perfectly and the yogurt and fresh herbs add a delicious freshness to the dish.


Junior Shai
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This recipe was a disaster! The lamb was overcooked and the yogurt sauce was runny. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Arthuro Bullock
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it would have been better with more herbs and spices.


Damascus Alexander
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was very well-made and the lamb was cooked perfectly.


Aaqib jan Aaqib jan
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Easy to follow recipe with great results. The lamb was cooked to perfection and the yogurt sauce was delicious.


Skhafeujl Boos
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is tender and juicy, and the yogurt and herb sauce is the perfect complement.


Solomon oluwabi
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This spice-rubbed lamb rack was a hit at my dinner party! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the yogurt and fresh herbs added a delicious freshness to the dish.