RACK OF LAMB
- Naries Namakwa Retreat

2 lamb racks, french trimmed
dijon mustard
mixed herbs , chopped parsley, thyme and summer savoury
olive oil
sea salt and black pepper

 

sPre heat the oven to 180°C

Trim the lamb racks so they have 4 bones attached to the loin

Brush the lamb loin with the dijon mustard and season

Finely chop all the herbs together until you have 6 tbsp of chopped herbs

Place the racks of lamb in the fridge for 20 minutes until the crust has set

Place a frying pan on a medium heat with a dash of olive oil

Sear the loin all over evenly

Place in the oven standing up for 12 minutes at 180°C

Remove from the oven and leave to rest for 4 minutes

 

SERVING
Slice next to each bone, the loin should be slightly pink

Present upright with the bones curling in on the plate

Serve with pomme william, seasonal vegetables and red wine jus