Griddled Lamb With Spiced New Potatoes Recipes

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Season lamb generously with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, mix together Dijon mustard, garlic and anchovy (or pound together in a mortar for a smoother texture). Stir in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Smear lamb all over with marinade and set aside.
• Meanwhile, boil potatoes until the tip of a paring knife meets no resistance, 10 to 15 minutes depending on size. When potatoes are done, drain, transfer to a roasting pan large enough to hold them in a single layer, and set aside to cool.
• Heat oven to 400 degrees. With palms or the back of a wooden spoon, crush potatoes gently to crack open and slightly flatten. Sprinkle with salt, drizzle with about 2 tablespoons olive oil, and turn to lightly coat.
• Lay lamb racks on top of potatoes, with bones curving downward. Scatter rosemary over meat and potatoes. Roast, uncovered, until a meat thermometer registers 125 degrees (for medium-rare), about 20 minutes. (Cook to 135 degrees for medium.)
• Remove lamb to a cutting board and let rest, tented with foil. Return potatoes to oven and leave to roast 10 to 15 minutes more, until nicely crisped.
• Use a large chef's knife to slice the racks by cutting between the bones. (One rack will yield 4 thick chops or 8 thin ones). Transfer chops and potatoes to a warm platter, sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Steps:

• Season the lamb all over with salt and pepper, then rub with the ras el hanout. Put the potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water by 1 inch; season with salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until very tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain well.
• Combine the butter, lemon zest, all but 2 tablespoons scallions, the finely chopped dill and the chopped cilantro in a small bowl; stir to combine. Add to the drained potatoes and mash with a potato masher or large fork. Slowly add the milk, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper and cover to keep warm.
• Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and heat until shimmering. Add the lamb chops and cook until well browned, about 4 minutes per side for medium rare to medium.
• Divide the lamb chops and potatoes among plates. Top with the remaining scallions, roughly chopped dill and cilantro leaves. Serve with harissa.

Steps:

• Mix together the vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and olive oil in a large resealable bag until the salt has dissolved. Add lamb, toss until coated, and marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
• Remove lamb from the marinade and leave any onions on that stick to the meat. Discard any remaining marinade. Wrap the exposed ends of the bones with aluminum foil to keep them from burning. Grill to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium. The chops may also be broiled in the oven about 5 minutes per side for medium.

Steps:

• Turn on broiler if using.
• Scrub potatoes, and cook in water to cover in covered pot until they are tender, 10 to 20 minutes, depending on size.
• Put large clove of garlic through press, then mix in a small bowl with hot-pepper flakes and cinnamon. Using your fingers, rub mixture into both sides of the lamb. Prepare stove top grill, if using. Broil or grill lamb for 2 to 5 minutes, until it is browned but still pink inside.
• Trim the tough stems from the arugula, wash thoroughly and dry.
• Mix the yogurt and vinegar in a small bowl. Wash, trim and cut the cucumbers into half-inch pieces or smaller, and add to the bowl; mince the remaining clove of garlic, and add.
• Cut the cooked lamb into julienne strips, and set aside.
• Wash and halve the tomatoes, and add to the yogurt. Pit and chop the olives, and add; season with pepper.
• Cut cooked potatoes into halves or quarters, depending on size, and add to yogurt mixture.
• Arrange the arugula on two plates. Place sliced lamb to one side, potato salad on the other.