Mint-Marinated Rack of Lamb Recipe | Easy & Flavorful

Mint Marinated Racks of Lamb

YIELD Makes 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

2 whole racks (6 ribs each) lamb loin chops (about 3 pounds), well trimmed 1 cup dry red wine 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint leaves 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves or 2 teaspoons dried mint leaves, crushed 2/3 cup dry bread crumbs

PREPARATION:

1. Place lamb in large resealable food storage bag. Combine wine, 1/2 cup mint and garlic in small bowl. Pour over lamb chops. Seal bag tightly; turn to coat. Marinate in refrigerator at least 2 hours or up to 4 hours, turning occasionally.
2. Prepare grill. Drain lamb, discarding marinade. Pat lamb dry with paper towels. Place lamb in shallow glass dish or on cutting board. Combine mustard and 2 tablespoons mint in small bowl; spread over meaty side of lamb. Pat bread crumbs evenly over mustard mixture. Place lamb, crumb side down, on grid. Grill, covered, over medium coals 10 minutes. Carefully turn; continue to grill, covered, 20 to 22 minutes for medium or to desired doneness. Place lamb on carving board. Slice between ribs into individual chops.

This recipe appears in: Lamb NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Sodium 419 mg Protein 60 g Fiber 1 g Carbohydrate 17 g Cholesterol 190 mg Saturated Fat 11 g Total Fat 31 g Calories from Fat 44 % Calories 638 DIETARY EXCHANGE: Fat 4 Meat 8