Espresso Crusted Ontario Lamb Ribeye

Ingredients

Yield:

Serves 2

• Full Ingredient List

  • 1 large rack of lamb
  • 1 tbs dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground espresso
  • 1/2 cup of fresh bread crumbs
  • 1tbs canola oil
  • Salt & pepper

Preparation

Difficulty:

medium

Time:

20 Minutes

Total Time:

45 Minutes

1. Lamb Ribeye

   • Remove the bones from the rack of lamb.
   • Season the lamb with sales and pepper.
   • Heat the canola oil on high heat in a medium sized, heavy bottomed frying pan.
   • Once in the pan, sear the lamb by turning it on all sides until brown.
   • Remove from pan and allow to cool.

2. Espresso and Breadcrumb Crust

   • Mix the espresso coffee and breadcrumbs together.
   • Apply the dijon mustard by painting it on the lamb directly.
   • Coat the lamb with the bread crumb and espresso mixture.
   • Be sure to press mixture into the lamb to ensure it adhears to the dijon mustard.

3. Final Steps

   • Once prepared, bake the lamb at 400F for 8-12 minutes.
   • After lamb has reached desired doneness, rest the lamb outside the oven for a minimum of 5 minutes.
   • By setting the lamb out, it will result in a more tender product.