Kim Milan's Coffee-Crusted Grilled Lamb Rack

• 2 lamb racks (French rack, about 400g)
• 1 tbsp instant coffee powder
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• cooking oil, as needed
• 30g butter
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 rosemary sprigs
• 1/4 onion
• 1/4 carrot
• 1/4 celery stalk
• 100ml red wine
• 1 anchovy fillet
• 1 tsp capers
• 1 tsp vinegar
• cornstarch, as needed
• water, as needed

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Coating the surface with coffee powder allows you to achieve a crispy, deep Maillard color without overcooking the meat.
• Chop the anchovies and capers coarsely rather than mincing them too finely, so their texture and flavor remain distinct when eating the sauce.
• When basting, keep the heat low to prevent the butter from burning, and maintain a gentle foam to slowly transfer heat—this is key.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to recreate an impressive lamb rack steak at home for a special occasion.
• ⭐Those who want to learn the secret to a French-style sauce that pairs perfectly with wine.