17 Japanese Lamb Rack Recipe You Won't Believe The Taste!

Ingredients

For the lamb:

• 1 rack of lamb (about 8 ribs)
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of mirin
• 1 tablespoon of sake
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

For the marinade:

• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of mirin
• 1 tablespoon of sake
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon of grated ginger

Instructions

1. Marinate the lamb:

To ensure that the lamb is tender and flavorful, it is important to marinate it overnight. In a bowl, mix together the garlic, soy sauce, mirin, sake, honey, sesame oil, and grated ginger. Place the lamb rack in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate overnight.

2. Prepare the lamb rack:

Take the lamb rack out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Remove the lamb rack from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Cook the lamb:

Place the lamb rack in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, depending on how well-done you prefer your lamb. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness – 130 degrees Fahrenheit (54 degrees Celsius) for medium-rare, and 140 degrees Fahrenheit (60 degrees Celsius) for medium.

4. Rest and slice:

Once the lamb is cooked to your liking, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and keeps the meat tender. Slice the lamb rack into individual ribs and serve on a platter.

5. Optional glaze:

For an extra kick of flavor, mix together equal parts of the marinade and honey in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until it thickens into a glaze. Drizzle over the sliced lamb before serving.

Final Thoughts

There you have it, a delicious and easy-to-make Japanese lamb rack recipe that will impress your guests. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner at home. With the bold flavors of soy sauce, mirin, and sake, combined with the tenderness of the lamb, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy!