Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, plus ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • 2 sprigs thyme
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped garlic
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 2 lamb racks, about 1 pound each, chine bone removed
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives, for garnish

Method

  • In a small dry skillet, heat the peppercorns over medium heat until fragrant, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Transfer to a pan large enough to hold the racks and add the mustard, soy sauce, red wine, thyme, garlic, and oil.
  • Mix, add the racks, and turn to coat them.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator, turning occasionally, at least 8 hours and preferably overnight.
  • Prepare an outdoor grill or preheat the broiler.
  • Season the lamb with the salt and pepper and grill over high heat, or broil, turning once, until brown and crisp, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Let rest 3 minutes before slicing.