Spicy Rack of Lamb with Aubergine Salad

Spiced roasted lamb served alongside a hearty bulgar wheat salad with sautéed aubergine, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic herbs.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 631.2 kcals 2524.8 kcals
Carbohydrates 24.6 grams 98.2 grams
Fat 48.1 grams 192.4 grams
Protein 27.6 grams 110.5 grams
Cook Time
40 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
2
tbsp
Harissa
Chilli paste
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon
Juice only
GrainsCereals
100
g
Bulgar Wheat
Medium grain
Meat
450
g
Lamb
Best end racks, 4-6 bones each
NutsSeeds
1
tbsp
Coriander Seeds
Toasted and crushed
1
tbsp
Cumin Seeds
Toasted and crushed
2
tsp
Black Peppercorns
Toasted and crushed
1
tsp
Salt
For the spice paste
3
tbsp
Coriander
Fresh, chopped
3
tbsp
Flat leaf Parsley
Fresh, chopped
3
tbsp
Mint
Fresh, chopped
OilsFats
4
tbsp
Light Olive Oil
For frying
Vegetables
1
piece
Aubergine
Small dice
4
piece
Vine Tomatoes
Seeded and finely chopped

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Toast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and peppercorns for 2 minutes then crush with salt and harissa.
  • Score the lamb skin and rub the spiced paste over the meat.
  • Sear the lamb racks in a hot frying pan until sealed.
  • Roast the lamb in a tin for 15 minutes.
  • Rest the lamb in a warm place for 10 minutes.
  • Boil bulgar wheat for 5 minutes then mix with lemon juice and 28 ml of extra virgin olive oil.
  • Sauté diced aubergine in light olive oil for 10 minutes until crispy and drain on paper.
  • Stir the cooked aubergine into the bulgar wheat.
  • Mix in tomatoes and herbs, drizzle with remaining oil, and serve with sliced lamb.