Roasted Rack of Lamb w/ Turkish Spices, Yogurt Sauce, and Rice

Turkish Spiced Rack of Lamb:

• 1 large red onion (cut into wedges)
• 5 apricots (quartered)
• salt and pepper
• olive oil
• 2 racks lamb
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon sumac (if you can find it)
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon dried mint
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Rice with Chickpeas, Raisins, and Crispy Onions:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 can chickpeas
• 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 tablespoon flour
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups Cooked basmati rice
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
• ½ cup raisins
• ½ cup roasted chopped pistachios (optional)
• salt and pepper

Cucumber Yogurt Sauce:

• 1 cup plain greek yogurt
• 1 small cucumber (diced)
• 2 cloves minced garlic 
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• salt and pepper