Rack of Lamb w/Orzo, cherry tomatoes, capers, lemo
Roasted rack of lamb with orzo, cherry tomatoes, capers, and lemon prepared in the oven and on the stovetop.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Rack Of Lamb (frenched) | 1 | Kg |
| Orzo (uncooked) | 400 | Grams |
| Cherry Tomatoes (halved) | 500 | Grams |
| Capers (drained) | 3 | Tbsp |
| Lemon (zested and juiced) | 1 | Count |
| Olive Oil (extra virgin) | 4 | Tbsp |
| Garlic (minced) | 4 | Clove |
| Fresh Rosemary (chopped) | 2 | Tbsp |
| Fresh Thyme (chopped) | 2 | Tbsp |
| Salt (to taste) | 2 | Tsp |
| Black Pepper (freshly ground) | 1 | Tsp |
| Chicken Broth (low sodium) | 500 | Milliliters |
| Parmesan Cheese (grated) | 100 | Grams |
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
- Rub the rack of lamb with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the lamb on a roasting pan and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes for medium-rare.
- While the lamb is roasting, cook the orzo in a pot of boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add cherry tomatoes and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add capers, lemon zest, and juice to the skillet. Stir in the cooked orzo and chicken broth.
- Cook the mixture for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the sliced lamb over the orzo mixture and garnish with grated parmesan cheese.
Prep
- Thaw the rack of lamb in the refrigerator overnight if frozen.
Kitchen equipment
Roasting PanLarge SkilletZester
