Grilled Rack of Lamb with Mustard Crust

Grilled rack of lamb with mustard crust, including grainy mustard, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, sounds difficult but this recipe is easy to prepare.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 502 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 medium lemon, juiced
• 3 cloves garlic, grated
• 1 (8 bone) rack of lamb, exterior fat trimmed
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup grainy mustard

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for high, indirect heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Combine olive oil, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 3

Place whole rack into a large resealable bag; add mustard marinade. Massage to coat lamb with marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or up to 6 hours.

Step 4

Remove lamb from marinade; discard excess marinade. Wrap exposed bones in a layer of aluminum foil to prevent burning and flaking.

Step 5

Cook on the preheated grill over direct heat; sear briefly just until a dark brown crust starts to form, about 3 minutes. Be careful it doesn't burn. Flip and sear the other side.

Step 6

Move lamb to indirect heat; close the grill. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 120 degrees F (58 degrees C) for medium rare, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 7

Transfer lamb to a serving dish; cover with aluminum foil for 5 minutes. Remove all foil; cut into chops to serve.