Description
A succulent and elegant dish featuring juicy rack of lamb paired with sweet figs, creating a perfect balance of flavors. This recipe is ideal for a special occasion or a festive holiday meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Rack of Lamb:
- 2 racks of lamb (about 1.5 pounds each, frenched)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
Sauce:
- 1/2 cup chicken or beef broth
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 1/2 cup dried figs (halved)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the lamb: Pat the lamb racks dry and season with salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, and garlic.
- Sear the lamb: Sear the lamb racks in a skillet until browned on all sides.
- Prepare the sauce: Combine broth, wine, balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard, and figs in the skillet.
- Roast the lamb: Return the lamb to the skillet and roast in the oven until cooked to your preference.
- Rest and serve: Let the lamb rest, then slice into chops and serve with the fig sauce.
Notes
- Marinate the lamb for extra flavor.
- Use fresh figs when in season for a burst of freshness.
- Pair with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 rack
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
