Gordon Ramsay Herb Crusted Lamb Rack Recipe

This Gordon Ramsay Herb Crusted Lamb Rack Recipe is a tender and juicy recipe, which is made with Dijon mustard and Panko breadcrumbs. It’s a restaurant-quality dish, ready in about 52 minutes.

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Gordon Ramsay Herb Crusted Lamb Rack Recipe Ingredients

For the Lamb:

• 1 rack of lamb, frenched
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard

For the Herb Crust:

• 120g Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 sprigs rosemary (leaves only)
• 2 sprigs thyme (leaves only)
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp olive oil
• Optional: pinch red chili flakes

How To Make Gordon Ramsay Herb Crusted Lamb Rack Recipe

1. Prep and Sear the Lamb: Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Season the rack of lamb generously with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a hot, oven-safe skillet. Sear the lamb for 1–2 minutes on each side until well browned. Add the butter and baste the lamb for a minute.
2. First Roast: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 10–12 minutes.
3. Make the Herb Crust: While the lamb is roasting, add all the herb crust ingredients to a food processor and blitz until you have a coarse, green crumb mixture. Add the olive oil until the mixture is just bound together.
4. Apply the Crust: Remove the lamb from the oven. Brush the fat cap side of the lamb with the Dijon mustard. Firmly press the herb crust mixture onto the mustard.
5. Final Roast: Return the crusted lamb to the oven and roast for another 8–10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 60°C (140°F) for medium-rare.
6. Rest and Serve: Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing into individual chops and serving.

Recipe Tips

• How do you get the best flavor from the lamb? Searing the lamb well on all sides in a hot pan before roasting is crucial. This locks in the juices and creates a deep, savory flavor base.
• Why use fresh herbs for the crust? Fresh rosemary, thyme, and parsley provide a vibrant, aromatic flavor that you simply can’t get from dried herbs.
• How do you avoid overcooking the lamb? A meat thermometer is the most reliable tool. For a perfect medium-rare, take the lamb out of the oven when the internal temperature hits 60°C (140°F). The temperature will continue to rise slightly as it rests.
• Why is it important to rest the lamb? Resting the meat after cooking allows the juices to redistribute throughout the rack, ensuring every slice is moist and tender. If you slice it too soon, the juices will run out.

What To Serve With Herb Crusted Lamb

This elegant main course pairs beautifully with classic side dishes:

• Creamy mashed potatoes or Dauphinoise potatoes
• Roasted asparagus or green beans
• A simple red wine reduction sauce
• Mint sauce

How To Store Herb Crusted Lamb

• Refrigerate: Store leftover lamb in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. It can be eaten cold or gently reheated.
• Reheating: To reheat, place the lamb in a moderate oven until just warmed through to avoid overcooking it.

Herb Crusted Lamb Rack Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 239 kcal
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Sodium: 600mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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