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NZ Lamb Rack with Herb Crust (Classic)

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NZ Lamb Rack with Herb Crust (Classic)

A premium New Zealand rack of lamb with a pistachio and herb crust. Letting the seared racks cool slightly before pressing the crust on stops the breadcrumbs melting into the fat instead of forming a distinct, crisp layer.

Total time
45 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Difficulty
hard
Cuisine
New Zealand

Ingredients

2French-trimmed racks of NZ lamb, 6 bones each
3 tbspolive oil
2 clovesgarlic, minced
50gpistachios, chopped
1/2 cuppanko breadcrumbs
3 tbspDijon mustard
3 tbspfresh rosemary and parsley, chopped
salt and pepperto season
roast vegetables and justo serve

Instructions

1

Season and sear racks all over. Cool.

2

Mix pistachios, breadcrumbs, herbs and garlic.

3

Brush racks with Dijon mustard.

4

Press herb crust onto fat side.

5

Roast at 200°C for 20-22 minutes for medium-rare. Rest 10 minutes.

Nutrition (estimated)

Per serving, based on a standard 4-serving portion and standard nutrition references — not a lab or USDA-verified measurement.

Calories
197
Protein
3.8g
Fat
16.4g
Carbs
10.2g
Fiber
1.9g
Sodium
162mg

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