Smoked Rack of Lamb

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Are you looking for a recipe for a smoked rack of lamb? This combination of smoky goodness and succulent meat will leave your family and friends drooling. It has a simple rosemary seasoning that complements the lamb perfectly.

Smoked Rack of Lamb

My smoked tack of lamb is delicious. It works well as an entree or appetizer for any event. However, it is one of my favorite recipes for special occasions like Easter, Christmas, or Thanksgiving. It looks and tastes incredible so that it will impress your table.

All you need to do is season, smoke, rest, and slice. It is an easy recipe that will impress anyone. I recommend using a mild wood to add those smoky flavors; some mild flavors include apple or cherrywood. If you prefer a more robust flavor, go for hickory or mesquite.

What You Need

• Lamb Rack
• Rosemary
• Sea salt
• Pepper
• Garlic

How to Smoke a Rack of Lamb

Below is my rack of lamb recipe; it is super easy to smoke; you can follow the steps below or head down to the bottom of the page to get the printable version of the recipe.

Trim

Set the smoker temperature to 275°F —300°F and load the hopper with wood pellets. I prefer fruitwood because it has a mild flavor and doesn’t overwhelm the lamb. If you prefer a stronger smoke flavor, try mesquite or hickory.

When you buy a rack of lamb, it will come in one of three ways: untrimmed, semi-frenched, or frenched. Ask your butcher to trim the rack of ribs if you prefer the frenched version. If you have an untrimmed rack, cut off any excess fat and silver side.

Prep

Next, we give the lamb a rub to season it. My blend of salt, black pepper, chopped rosemary, and chopped garlic is the perfect flavor combination for lamb. I have included a recipe below, or use your lamb rub of choice. Brush the lamb with olive oil, then rub it with the lamb rub

Avoid any seasonings with a sugar base, as they tend to burn with high heat.

Homemade Lamb Rub

garlic minced

salt

pepper

dried rosemary

Smoke

Once the smoker is up to temperature, it’s time to add the rack of lamb.

Place the lamb on the grates fat side down close to the heat source, and leave to cook for about 5-10 minutes. This will help to sear and create a crust. After 5-10 minutes, flip the rack fat side up, move away from the direct heat, and continue to cook. Allow the lamb to rest for 5-10 minutes before carving the rack.

I have included a table for doneness below. This depends on your preference; however, I think the optimal range for lamb is 135°F-145°F. 135°F will be medium rare, and 145°F will be medium.

How long will it take to smoke a rack of lamb?

A rack of lamb will take 35-45 minutes to cook with your smoker preheated to 275°-F300°F. This cooking time will vary depending on how you prefer your lamb. To check for doneness, you should monitor the internal temperature not cook to time so you should have a reliable thermometer on hand to check

• Rare – 125 degrees F
• Medium Rare – 135 degrees F
• Medium – 145 degrees F
• Med Well – 155 degrees F
• Well Done – 165 degrees F

I think that lamb is best if cooked no higher than medium.

What is the optimal temperature for smoking a whole lamb rack?

You want to smoke the lamb rack at 275°F – 300°F. The lamb rack is cooked at a higher temperature because it is already tender and doesn’t have as much connective tissue to break down.

A rack of lamb doesn’t have a lot of fat so that it can be cooked at a higher temperature for a shorter amount of time.

Looking for More Lamb Recipes?

Smoked Rack of Lamb on a Traeger
Lamb Burger on a Traeger
Smoked Lamb Chops on a Pit Boss
Grilled Lamb Koftas
Smoked Lamb Shanks
Smoked Lamb Shoulder
Smoked Leg of Lamb
Smoked Lamb Kabobs

Sides and Serving Idea

I recommend serving lamb with a simple side dish, such as rocket with tomatoes, red onion, and a simple balsamic dressing. I have listed some of my favorites below if you want more ideas.

• Smoked Mash Potatoes
• Sweet Potatoes
• Smoked and Grilled Traeger Brussel Sprout
• Bacon Mac and Cheese
• Smoked Brownies
• Smoked Pork Belly Strips

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Charlie

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