rack of lamb

Thân thiện

A chef seasons a rack of lamb before roasting.

Definition

Noun: A rack of lamb is a specific cut of meat for roasting, consisting of the rib section of a lamb. It typically includes several ribs (often 8 ribs for a full rack, or 4 for a half rack) with the meat and fat attached, and is often prepared as a premium roast.

Usage

This term is used specifically in culinary contexts to refer to this particular cut of meat. It is a countable noun (e.g., a rack of lamb, two racks of lamb).

Examples

• The chef prepared a beautiful rack of lamb with a rosemary crust.
• For the dinner party, we are serving one rack of lamb per two guests.
• A rack of lamb is often considered a special occasion dish.

Advanced Usage

• "Frenched rack of lamb": A preparation style where the meat and fat are cleaned off the ends of the rib bones, creating an elegant presentation.
  • The recipe calls for a Frenched rack of lamb.

Variants and Related Words

• Lamb rack: A common, more concise synonym.
  • I bought a lamb rack from the butcher.
• Crown roast of lamb: A preparation where two racks of lamb are tied together into a circular crown shape.

Synonyms

• Lamb rib roast

Học thuật

Noun

1. a roast of the rib section of lamb

Từ đồng nghĩa

• crown roast