Jul 09 2026
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Australian Lamb Rack Recipe

Inspired by Vela Toronto
Time1h 30m
Serves4

ontario artichoke. chanterelle mushrooms. lamb jus.

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Ingredients

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Lamb Rack

Artichoke

Chanterelle Mushrooms

Lamb Jus

Method

Preparing the Lamb Rack

  1. 1

    Season the Lamb

    Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Season the lamb rack with salt, black pepper, and fresh rosemary. Rub with olive oil and set aside.

  2. 2

    Roasting

    Place the lamb rack in a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes for medium-rare. Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 60°C (140°F). Remove from oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Preparing the Artichokes

  1. 3

    Clean the Artichokes

    Trim the artichokes by removing the tough outer leaves and cutting the tops off. Cut them in half and remove the choke.

  2. 4

    Cooking

    In a pot, bring water to a boil and add lemon juice and salt. Blanch the artichokes for 5-7 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.

Cooking the Chanterelle Mushrooms

  1. 5

    Sauté the Mushrooms

    In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced shallots and cook until translucent. Add chanterelle mushrooms and fresh thyme. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until mushrooms are golden. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Making the Lamb Jus

  1. 6

    Prepare the Jus

    In a large pot, roast the lamb bones until browned. Add chopped carrots, celery, and onion, and sauté for a few minutes. Add red wine and reduce by half. Add water, thyme, and bay leaf. Simmer for 2-3 hours. Strain and reduce to desired consistency.

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