Played With A Couple Racks

WeberWho

I played with a couple racks of lamb yesterday. This was my first time cooking lamb. I don't dislike lamb but it never crosses my mind as an option when looking for things to cook. A few months ago my Mom mentioned how she would like to try lamb. She's has had lamb before but never by itself. So I figured why not give it a go. I went up to my parents with a couple racks a lamb. 

Here is a picture of it being tossed on the egg:


Coming off the egg:


Plated:


All in all I'd call it a success. The recipe called for the fat on the lamb. I'd trim it next time. I also couldn't cut a straight piece a lamb for the life of me. That will take some more practice. The lamb was super tender though. Mom was happy so I guess I will call it a win!

lousubcap

Great cook and result right there.  Way to change it up.  
Thick chops are another easy option.

saluki2007

Nice.  I've always wanted to try cooking it myself.  Only ever had it in restaurants.

StillH2OEgger

That looks terrific.

bgebrent

One of my favorites.  Looks great brother!

SaintJohnsEgger

I'll be the first to confess. Your title had me thinking of a different kind of rack. 

GregW

Lamb is something that doesn't get on my cook list. 
Your cook does look good, I may have to give Lamb a try.

Sea2Ski

I love lamb. Love it. Looks like you nailed it!

blind99

Looks like you did it justice, congrats!

saluki2007 said:

Nice.  I've always wanted to try cooking it myself.  Only ever had it in restaurants.

@saluki2007 you'll make the restaurants look like novices. Go for it!

da87

Looks awesome!  Love grilled lamb: rack, chops, and lamb burger and perfect for the egg - can be lots of beautiful fat that flares wildly on other grills, egg lid seems to keep it under good control. Just be careful opening the lid with a rack or chops if you have a hot fire!   Try lamb burgers with feta incorporated, a good fresh tomatoe slice and some tzarziki on grilled flatbread. 

WeberWho

lousubcap said:

Great cook and result right there.  Way to change it up.  
Thick chops are another easy option.

Thanks lousubcap. I'll have to look into chops. I'd also like to try cooking a leg of lamb

WeberWho

saluki2007 said:

Nice.  I've always wanted to try cooking it myself.  Only ever had it in restaurants.

Thanks! Give it a go saluki2007. 

WeberWho

StillH2OEgger said:

That looks terrific.

Thanks much StillH2OEgger 

WeberWho

bgebrent said:

One of my favorites.  Looks great brother!

Thank you bgebrent 

WeberWho

SaintJohnsEgger said:

I'll be the first to confess. Your title had me thinking of a different kind of rack. 

It might have had a hint of click bait in the title.

lousubcap

@WeberWho -  I recently cooked a deboned leg of lamb and I will tell you that you need to make sure you are getting a high quality cut.  They are graded the same as beef and the higher up the food chain the more tender.  Regarding the cook, several options so pick one and have fun with it.  
Of course, with the rack you are at the top of the chain going in.  FWIW-

WeberWho

GregW said:

Lamb is something that doesn't get on my cook list. 
Your cook does look good, I may have to give Lamb a try.

Thanks GregW. It's always nice trying something new. Give it a go!

WeberWho

Sea2Ski said:

I love lamb. Love it. Looks like you nailed it!

Hey thanks sea2ski

WeberWho

blind99 said:

Looks like you did it justice, congrats!

saluki2007 said:

Nice.  I've always wanted to try cooking it myself.  Only ever had it in restaurants.

@saluki2007 you'll make the restaurants look like novices. Go for it!

Thank you blind99

WeberWho

da87 said:

Looks awesome!  Love grilled lamb: rack, chops, and lamb burger and perfect for the egg - can be lots of beautiful fat that flares wildly on other grills, egg lid seems to keep it under good control. Just be careful opening the lid with a rack or chops if you have a hot fire!   Try lamb burgers with feta incorporated, a good fresh tomatoe slice and some tzarziki on grilled flatbread. 

Thanks da87. That sounds fabulous what you describe!

WeberWho

lousubcap said:

@WeberWho -  I recently cooked a deboned leg of lamb and I will tell you that you need to make sure you are getting a high quality cut.  They are graded the same as beef and the higher up the food chain the more tender.  Regarding the cook, several options so pick one and have fun with it.  
Of course, with the rack you are at the top of the chain going in.  FWIW-

I had no idea about lamb being graded. Good to know. Thanks for the tip!