Easter Lamb

Cordeiro de Páscoa >>


Ingredients:

• Rack of Lamb (with about 4 or 5 ribs)
  Olive Oil
  Salt (to taste)
  Pepper (to taste)
  Mustard 1tbsp
  Honey 1tbsp
  Rosemary 1tbsp
  Mashed Potatoes
  Onion 1/2
  Parsley 1/2 cup
  Egg Yolks 3
  Bread Crumbs 2 cups
  Shallots 1tbsp
  Garlic 1/2 tbsp
  Red Wine 1/2 cup
  Demi-Glaze 1/2 cup
  Assorted vegetables (Snow Peas, Carrot, Red and Yellow peppers, etc.)
  

STEPS:

1. Start by broiling the lamb, skin side down. After you have crossed grill marks turn over for a few seconds. Place the lamb skin-side up and start by applying a dollop of mustard and a dollop of honey, then mix as you rub both in. Sprinkle a pinch of rosemary and a pinch of salt and pepper.
2. In a recipient that can go to the oven (such as an all metal frying pan) heat up some olive oil and place the lamb skin-side up for a few seconds before placing the pan in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes (will depend on how well done you want the meat).
3. Potato Croquettes
   Mix some finely chopped onion, parsley and a pinch of salt and pepper into the mashed potatoes, then form thick rolls with your hands. Roll in batter and bread crumbs, then fry in 375F oil.
4. Sauce
   Start with some olive oil in the pan then add shallots, garlic and a pinch of rosemary. Let it golden, but not burn, then add the red wine. Reduce for a few minutes then add the demi-glaze and a pinch of salt and pepper.
5. Vegetables
   First dip the vegetables briefly in hot water, then in a pan lined with a little olive oil add a pinch of salt and pepper and sauté for a few seconds.

- Ready to serve.