Tender lamb lollipops cooked in cast iron served over garlic roasted honey drizzled long beans
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Lamb
Lamb lollipops are not only impressive they actually give you a great cook on lamb. To make lamb lollipops all you need is a lamb rack and a knife. Separate the chops and it’s as simple as that. The individual chops give you a great crust on the outside and they reduce the cooking time. For a thicker chop cut two bones instead of one. Place your knife at the top of the lamb rack and guide it along the subtle curve of the bone.
Garlic
Garlic is a good source of vitamins A, C, and B6, as well as manganese. Vitamins A and C are antioxidants that help protect the body from damage, vitamin B6 is important for metabolism, and manganese is important for bone health. Garlic is super aromatic it permeates the entre dish adding flavor to both the lamb and long beans.
Honey
Honey is a sweet, viscous liquid produced by honey bees and other bees from the nectar of flowers. It is a good source of carbohydrates, including fructose and glucose, as well as vitamins and minerals such as manganese, potassium, and calcium.
Long Beans
Long Beans are a type of bean that is long and slender. They are a variety of the common bean, and are often used in Asian cuisine. Long Beans are a good source of protein and fiber, and are low in calories. Long Beans are also known as yard long beans, asparagus beans, or snake beans.
TIPS & TRICKS FOR THE BEST LAMB LOLLIPOPS + HONEY GARLIC LONG BEANS
how to prepare a rack of lamb for lollipops
slice between the bones of the lamb chops, cutting through the meat and fat but not through the skin. for thicker lollipops, cut the lamb chops at double bones. the knife should be able to easy glide across the curve of the lamb bones, no additional pressure is needed. do not apply pressure.
how to get a hard sear on the lamb
to get a crust on lamb, you can use a few different methods. one method is to sear the lamb on all sides in a hot pan before roasting it. this will help to create a maillard reaction, which is a chemical reaction that occurs when proteins and sugars are heated together, and it will give the lamb a nice browned crust. Lamb lollipops can be treated more like a steak than a roast once you break down the chops.
the addition of fresh herbs
a dish can always benefit from some freshness. tearing herbs and placing them over the top of a dish just before serving is a great way to add a pop of flavor and color. Some herbs that are particularly well-suited for this include basil, mint, cilantro, and parsley. you can also try using edible flowers, such as roses or lavender, for a more dramatic effect.
SIMILAR INGREDIENTS TO
ENJOY THIS RECIPE WITH
- SPRING SALAD + CARROT & SAFFLOWER VINAIGRETTE
- LEMON SUNFLOWER DRESSING
- ITALIAN SAUSAGE & MUSHROOM RIGATONI
INGREDIENTS
- 1 Lamb rack, sliced into lollis
- 1 Bunch Long Beans, ends removed
- 3 Green Onions, rough chopped
- 8 Garlic Cloves, sliced
- 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 2 Tb Butter
- 1Tb Olive Oil
- 1Tb Honey
- 1 Lemon, juice and zest
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
- Fresh Mint, optional
- Fresh Basil, optional
- Fresh Cilantro, optional
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prep the lamb, once the lamb is prepped pat it dry with a paper towel to ensure it’s completely dry.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat.
- Once the pan is hot season the lamb generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Add a small amount of oil to the pan to keep it from sticking.
- Working in batches, place the lamb into the pan, cook for 3-4 minutes on both sides, depending on desired doneness. Remove the from the pan and place to the side to rest.
- As long as the pan isn’t burnt, reduce the heat and add butter and olive oil to the pan.
- * If the pan got too hot/ burned start the green beans in a separate pan.
- Add in the garlic, green onions and red pepper flakes start to cook.
- Add in the long beans and let it fry with the garlic and green onions.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes. Till electric green. Add in lemon juice, zest, and honey. Toss into the green beans.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the green beans are ready plate the beans and top them with the roasted lamb lollipops.
- Any remaining pan sauce pour over the top and finish with fresh tears of basil, mint and cilantro.
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2 responses to “ Lamb Lollipops + Honey Garlic Long Beans”
Thank you so much! I hope y’all will enjoy it as much as I did! 😃
Oh my gosh! That plate looks really good, Lori n I will have to try it soon.
Thanks very much