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

IngredientQty.Unit
Rack Of Lamb (frenched)1Kg
Orzo (uncooked)400Grams
Cherry Tomatoes (halved)500Grams
Capers (drained)3Tbsp
Lemon (zested and juiced)1Count
Olive Oil (extra virgin)4Tbsp
Garlic (minced)4Clove
Fresh Rosemary (chopped)2Tbsp
Fresh Thyme (chopped)2Tbsp
Salt (to taste)2Tsp
Black Pepper (freshly ground)1Tsp
Chicken Broth (low sodium)500Milliliters
Parmesan Cheese (grated)100Grams

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
  2. Rub the rack of lamb with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the lamb on a roasting pan and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes for medium-rare.
  4. While the lamb is roasting, cook the orzo in a pot of boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
  5. In a large skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add cherry tomatoes and sauté for 5 minutes.
  6. Add capers, lemon zest, and juice to the skillet. Stir in the cooked orzo and chicken broth.
  7. Cook the mixture for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed.
  8. Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  9. 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