Simple Greek Rack of American Lamb

Recipe by 

"Food by Maria"

Prep Time

10 MIN

Cook Time

30 MIN

Total Time

40 MIN

Servings

4

greek rack of lamb

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes

  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt

  • 1 lemon, juiced

  • 2 tsp dried oregano

  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper

  • 1 tbsp fresh minced rosemary

  • 5 small garlic cloves, pressed

Directions

  1. Make the marinade: In a bowl whisk together the olive oil, chili flakes, salt, lemon juice, dried oregano, ground pepper, fresh minced rosemary and pressed garlic.

  2. Add the rack of American lamb to a baking sheet and use your hands to rub the mixture all over the rack of American lamb. Let sit to marinate at room temperature for 30-45 minutes.

  3. While the lamb is marinating, preheat the oven to 425F.

  4. Place the lamb on a parchment or foil-lined baking sheet. Roast the lamb for 15 minutes, then flip the rack of lamb over and roast for another 10-15 minutes or until the lamb is done to your desired doneness - internal temperature inserted into the center should read:

    1. For rare: internal temperature of 125 degrees F

    2. For medium-rare: internal temperature of 135 degrees F

    3. For medium-well: internal temperature of 140 degrees F

    4. For well done: internal temperature of 150 degrees F

  5. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing the lamb between the bones into servings. Finely chop the mixed herbs and sprinkle over top of the lamb before serving.

USDA recommends the following time and temperature parameters

Ground Lamb

Internal temperature of 160°F

All Other Cuts

Internal temperature of 145°F, with a 3 minute rest

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