Pan-Seared Lamb Rack with Rosemary
Pan-Seared Lamb Rack with Rosemary is a classic Western dish featuring a rack of lamb, typically cut into individual or double chops, seared to a golden crust and often finished in the oven. The primary ingredients are lamb, fresh rosemary, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper, with the rosemary providing a signature aromatic flavor. This preparation is a staple in French, British, and Mediterranean cuisines, often served as a centerpiece for special occasions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with virtually no carbohydrates. It is an excellent source of high-quality protein, iron, zinc, and B vitamins, particularly B12. A typical serving of two lamb chops (about 150-200g of meat) provides approximately 400-500 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.5 mcg |
| Zinc | 6.5 mg |
| Iron | 3.2 mg |
| Selenium | 38 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
Per 2 lamb chops, cooked (approx. 170 g of meat) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, lamb has been a celebratory meat in many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cultures for millennia. Nutritionally, lamb is one of the richest dietary sources of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), a fatty acid studied for its potential health benefits.
