Rack of Lamb with Chilli Mint Sauce

Elevate your dinner table with this stunning Rack of Lamb with Chilli Mint Sauce, a gourmet dish that's surprisingly simple to prepare. Perfectly seasoned with a fragrant blend of garlic, fresh rosemary, and olive oil, the lamb racks are seared to golden perfection before roasting to a tender medium-rare. The show-stopping chilli mint sauce—featuring fresh mint leaves, a kick of red chilli, a touch of honey, and a bright splash of lemon juice—adds a zesty, slightly spicy finish that beautifully complements the richness of the lamb. Ready in under an hour, this sophisticated recipe is ideal for entertaining guests or celebrating a special occasion. Pair with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks (8 ribs per rack) rack of lamb
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon, freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup, loosely packed fresh mint leaves
• 1 medium-sized, finely chopped red chilli
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon, freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Trim any excess fat from the rack of lamb and pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and black pepper to form a paste.

Step 4

Rub the garlic and rosemary mixture evenly over both racks of lamb, ensuring the seasoning is well-distributed.

Step 5

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the lamb racks for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for about 15-20 minutes for medium-rare, or longer if preferred. Use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.

Step 7

While the lamb is roasting, prepare the chilli mint sauce. Add fresh mint leaves, chopped red chilli, honey, white wine vinegar, water, and lemon juice to a blender or food processor.

Step 8

Blend the ingredients until smooth, adjusting the seasoning with extra honey or lemon juice if needed. Set the sauce aside.

Step 9

Once the lamb is done cooking, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Step 10

Slice the lamb into individual chops and drizzle with chilli mint sauce before serving. Serve any extra sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2189.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5186.6

Total Fat 408.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 177.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1476mg	0%
Sodium 3542.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 46.9g
Protein 309.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 768.0mg	0%
Iron 51.6mg	0%
Potassium 5792.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.7%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 5.5%