
Herb-Crusted Lamb Lollipops
Our La Colline Proprietary Red Blend finds its perfect partner in this exquisite recipe for herb-crusted lamb lollipops. The wine’s rich notes of dark fruit, spice, and earth beautifully complement the aromatic herbs and succulent flavors of the lamb. Elevate your next dinner party from a meal to a moment.
Ingredients
Lamb
- 2 Frenched racks baby lamb (8-rib) (each rack 1 1/2 lbs)
- 1½ tsp salt
- ¾ tsp black pepper
Herbs
- 1 tsp vegetable oil
- 3 large garlic cloves (minced)
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsely (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (finely chopped)
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp fresh mint (finely chopped)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
Lamb
Step 1
Heat a dry 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until hot, at least 1 minutes. Meanwhile, pat lamb dry, cut into individual chops and rub meat all over with salt and pepper.
Herbs
Step 1
Stir together garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, and oil. Coat meaty parts of lamb with herb mixture, pressing to help adhere. Grill approx. 2 min per side. (Internal temperature should be 125 to 130°F for medium-rare.)
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