Rack of Lamb Glazed with Date Syrup and Swiss Chard

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A comforting traditional holiday roast, complimented with a unique sweet glaze.

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Servings: 4

Ingredients:

12 ounce rack of lamb, lean only

Shawarma spices (as needed)

1 tablespoon date syrup

4 cup Swiss chard, sliced thin

1 teaspoon garlic, minced

1 tablespoon garlic, minced

1 tablespoon currants, red and white

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 tablespoon green olives, chopped

1 teaspoon preserved lemon, diced

1 teaspoon raw red Thai hot chili peppers, sliced

Preparation:

Season the rack of lamb with the salt and spices

Heat skillet with olive oil and sear rack on all sides, approximately 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

Transfer to pre-heated oven at 450 degrees Fahrenheit and cook 15 minutes, or until medium rare; if needed, cover bones on end of rack with foil to prevent charring.

Let rack of lamb rest 5 minutes.

Brush date syrup on rack of lamb and slice; one bone per plate.

Simply sauté the onion & garlic in the olive oil until onions are translucent, approximately 3-5 minutes.

Add the Swiss chard or substitute any dark leafy green.

When wilted, toss in remaining ingredients and season with salt and pepper.

Serve under rack of lamb bone immediately.