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Garlic Roasted Rack of Lamb with Butter Sauce – Tender, flavorful, and super easy to make! This Garlic Roasted Rack of Lamb is the most elegant family holiday dinner. This oven-roasted rack of lamb recipe comes out perfect every time, with crispy fat, juicy meat, and a delicious butter sauce. Serve with a side of roasted asparagus or baby potatoes, and you’re in for a crowd-pleasing main course everyone will rave about. Enjoy!
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Ingredients list for the roasted rack of lamb recipe
- 1 rack of lamb, frenched (approx. 8 ribs)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon instant chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 10 cloves garlic, keep the skin on
- 1 small bunch of fresh thyme
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, diced
- 1/2 cup butter dipping sauce (recipe here) for serving
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Roasted Rack of Lamb
Using the oven-roasting technique, this roasted rack of lamb results in juicy, succulent meat with crispy fat and a burst of flavor in every bite. Not only does it make for a beautiful and impressive main course for any special occasion (Hello Easter!), but it is also perfect for weeknight dinners. With its punch of protein and the option to pair it with healthy sides like roasted asparagus or a fresh salad, this garlic roasted rack of lamb is a must-try for anyone looking for a delicious and nutritious meal.
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Directions
How to roast rack of lamb:
1. Preheat your oven to 425ºF (220ºC). Rub the rack of lamb with salt, pepper, instant chicken stock, garlic powder, and onion powder. Allow the seasoned rack of lamb to come to room temperature.
2. Line the bottom of a roasting pan with the garlic cloves and arrange the seasoned rack of lamb on top. Place the fresh thyme sprigs around the rack of lamb, then arrange diced butter on top of the meat.
3. Roast the rack of lamb in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat reads 135ºF (60ºC) – for medium-rare. Count approx. 25 minutes of roasting time.
4. Remove the roasted rack of lamb from the oven. Transfer to a cutting board, cover with foil or parchment paper and allow to rest for 10 minutes to let the juices flow back into the meat.
5. To cut the rack into individual ribs before serving, turn the rack of lamb upside down and carefully cut between the ribs using a sharp knife. Arrange the meat on a serving platter with roasted garlic cloves and the butter sauce on the side.
6. Serve the rack of lamb immediately. Enjoy! ❤️
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Tips for the roasted rack of lamb recipe
- Make sure to allow the lamb rack to rest at room temperature before putting it in the oven. If it’s “refrigerator-cold”, it won’t roast properly.
- If you feel the meat is too rare after you cut the first rib off. Put in the oven for 5 – 10 minutes more, without turning the heat on.
- Don’t skip the garlic cloves; they’re super delicious when spread on a piece of bread.
What to serve with the garlic-roasted rack of lamb?
This roasted rack of lamb recipe is on the richer side of the scale, so you might want to stay light on the sides. Green veggies such as asparagus pair excellently with this roasted rack of lamb, but you can never go wrong with a large salad served family-style, either! For carb lovers, a side of baby potatoes will be much appreciated!
How and how long to store the roasted rack of lamb?
If you have leftover roasted lamb, allow it to cool to room temperature and then place it in an airtight container and put in your refrigerator. It will store safely in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven, covered to avoid the meat drying up.
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