Lamb Bread
Description
This dish features tender frenched lamb racks coated in a crunchy mixture of bread crumbs, pine nuts, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. The savory crust, enhanced with fresh garlic and lemon zest, provides a delightful contrast to the juicy meat inside. Perfect for a special dinner party or a cozy weekend meal, these lamb chops are easy to prepare and deliver restaurant-quality flavor at home. The combination of rich olive oil, aromatic herbs, and sharp cheese creates a complex taste profile that pairs beautifully with simple sides like roasted vegetables or a light salad.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
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Pulse the bread cubes, pine nuts, Parmigiano-Reggiano, lemon zest, and garlic in a food processor until they form coarse crumbs.
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Transfer the crumb mixture to a medium bowl.
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Pat the lamb racks dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear the lamb racks on both sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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Press the herb crumb mixture firmly onto the top and sides of the lamb racks.
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Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the lamb reaches your desired doneness.
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Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 286.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 23.2g36%
- Saturated Fat 7.8g39%
- Cholesterol 72.8mg25%
- Sodium 2491.5mg104%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 18.8g38%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
You can prepare the crumb coating up to 1 day in advance. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature.
For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the lamb is cooked to your preferred temperature: 125ðF for rare, 135ðF for medium-rare.
If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the ingredients by hand, though the texture may be slightly less uniform.
Finish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for added crunch and flavor.