honey and garlic lamb rack with orzo salad

2 Pinches
Grapeview, WA
Updated on Jun 18, 2018

A simple and delicious lamb recipe.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Grill
yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 - frenched racks of australian lamb
  • MARINADE:
  • 1 1/2 cups red wine
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 - garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • ORZO SALAD:
  • 1 pound orzo pasta
  • 1 - lemon, grated peel and juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped black olives
  • 2 - ears fresh corn, kernels
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • - salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

How To Make honey and garlic lamb rack with orzo salad

  • Step 1
    Make 4 shallow slashes, about 1-1/2 inch deep, down the meat side of each rack.
  • Step 2
    Combine the marinade ingredients and mix well.
  • Step 3
    Pour marinade into a large, flat glass or ceramic dish.
  • Step 4
    Add the lamb, turning to coat all sides and brushing into the slashes. Marinate, meat side down, for 2-3 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Step 5
    To make orzo salad, cook pasta according to package directions and drain well.
  • Step 6
    Let cool slightly, then transfer to a large bowl and add the remaining ingredients. Toss well and season, to taste.
  • Step 7
    Take the meat from the marinade and pat dry. Place the marinade in a small pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is starting to thicken to a glaze. Keep warm.
  • Step 8
    Heat a barbecue or grill to medium-high and cook the lamb until internal temperature is 135-140 F (about 10-12 minutes each side). Let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Step 9
    Spoon orzo salad onto a large platter and place the whole racks on top; or separate the lamb into chops and serve on individual plates.
  • Step 10
    Spoon the glaze over the chops and serve with a green salad.
  • Step 11
    Tip: Salad can be made 2-3 hours ahead and served cold with the lamb.

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Ingredient: Lamb
Method: Grill
Culture: Australian

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