Thai Salad Bowl with Lamb and Farro

1. Place farro in cold water to soak for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, heat grill to medium-high.

2. In small bowl, combine vinegar, fish sauce, chili oil, sesame oil and sugar; mix until sugar is dissolved. Rub one-third of mixture on lamb. Allow lamb to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.

3. Bring a medium-sized stockpot of water to boil. Add farro; simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.

4. Place steamer cap over pan of farro. Lightly steam broccoli, snow peas, bell peppers, bok choy and shallots for 2 minutes. Immediately shock vegetables in ice water.

5. In large bowl, combine green onions, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, bean sprouts, cilantro, mint, peppers, lime juice and one-third the fish sauce mixture. Place in refrigerator to marinate.

6. Grill lamb for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or to desired doneness. Remove from heat; let rest 10 minutes before cutting. Slice thinly on the bias.

7. Strain farro and toss with remaining one-third the sauce; cool.

8. Once farro cools, on serving plates, place steamed vegetables and top with lamb slices. Garnish with refrigerated vegetables or serve on the side.

Photograph courtesy of American Lamb Board