Lamb chops with curried pears is a delightful dish that combines the savory flavor of lamb with the sweet and tangy taste of pears. The curry adds a unique and exotic touch to the dish, making it a perfect choice for a special occasion or a romantic dinner. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to prepare this delicious dish, including tips on selecting the best lamb chops and pears, as well as suggestions for side dishes and wine pairings to complement the flavors of the main course.
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CURRIED LAMB CHOPS
"Treat yourself and someone special to a fancy dinner with these moist tender chops," suggests Imelda Cauley from Delaware, Ohio. "The mild curry and apple flavors are wonderful with lamb."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown lamb chops on both sides in oil. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute the onion, apple and curry until tender. Combine the flour, salt, sugar and mustard; add to the pan. Gradually stir in broth and lemon juice until blended. bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat., Return chops to the skillet; cover and simmer for 15 minutes, turning once, or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts :
LAMB CHOPS WITH CURRIED PEARS
Steps:
- Slather the lamb chops with 2 teaspoons of olive oil and rosemary. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes to overnight in the refrigerator. In the meantime, make the spicy pears. Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add the butter, and when the butter is bubbling add the jalapeno pepper and the curry powder. Saute for 1 minute, until the curry and pepper is fragrant. Take care not to burn the mix; you may have to turn the heat down. Whisk in the lime juice, honey and the soy. Add the pears and stir to coat the pears. Cover, turn the heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes until the pears are softened. Discard the large jalapeno peppers. Season the lamb chops with salt. Heat a frying pan over high heat. When the pan is very hot, add the 1 tablespoon of olive oil and swirl to coat. Add the lamb chops in a single layer, not touching. Fry for 2-3 minutes each side, depending on thickness of the lamb chops. Serve with spicy pears. Makes 4 servings.
LAMB CHOPS WITH ASIAN PEAR AND KIWI SALSA
Provided by Stacey Siegal
Categories Fruit Quick & Easy High Fiber Cranberry Kiwi Mint Lamb Chop Spring Asian Pear Bon Appétit New York
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat broiler. Brush chops lightly on both sides with remaining 1 tablespoon honey; sprinkle with salt, pepper and remaining 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint. Broil chops until cooked to desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Combine pears, kiwis, cranberries, onions and lemon juice in medium bowl; mix in 2 tablespoons honey and 2 tablespoons chopped mint. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper. Let stand 30 minutes, tossing occasionally.
- Transfer 2 lamb chops to each plate. Spoon salsa alongside and serve.
CURRIED LAMB CHOPS
Serve these fragrantly-spiced lamb chops with our Cucumber, Cranberry-Bean, and Beet Salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Lamb Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine curry powder and salt in a shallow bowl. Coat lamb chops thoroughly on all sides.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and add oil. When hot, add lamb chops, working in batches so as not to overcrowd pan; cook until well browned on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet.
- Roast until chops are cooked to desired doneness, 6 to 8 minutes for medium-rare. Remove from oven; serve hot.
SWEET CURRIED LAMB CHOPS
A sweet curry that even the kids love with a rich fruity sauce, best with rice or mashed potatoes to soak the sauce up.
Provided by Sandra Williamson
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 2h22m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Melt butter in pan, add chops, brown well on both sides (I always well cook the chops at this stage).
- Arrange browned/cooked chops in a single layer in an oven-proof dish.
- Add onions to remaining pan drippings, cook 1-2 minutes, remove from pan, and put on top of chops.
- Place flour, sugar, curry, mustard and ginger in saucepan, mix well.
- Add vinegar, blend until smooth.
- Add water, tomato sauce and chutney, stir constantly over heat until mixture boils and thickens.
- Pour thickened sauce over the chops and onions, cover.
- Bake in moderate oven for 1.5-2 hours or until chops are tender.
- Stir in chopped parsley (To save time you can microwave the whole lot at this stage until the chops are tender, also cooking the chops well at the beginning will also save time).
CURRY LAMB CHOPS
"My husband and I are retired but busy, so I rely on quick dishes like this."-Lois Szemko, East Islip, New York.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a skillet, brown the lamb chops on both sides in oil; drain. Combine the orange juice, teriyaki sauce, orange zest, curry and garlic; pour over lamb. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until meat is tender. Remove chops and keep warm. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into pan drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve lamb and gravy with rice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CURRY LAMB CHOPS
This is from Taste of Home's Cooking for 2. I have learned that when I find a recipe if it is not on Zaar and I don't post it, I will misplace it. Such was the fate of this recipe. I have made some minor adjustrments. This is wonderful served over rice or couscous.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 40m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium skillet, warm the oil and brown lamb chops on all sides; drain excess fat.
- Combine the orange juice, teriyaki sauce, orange peel, curry and garlic; pour over lamb.
- Cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until meat is tender.
- Remove the chops and keep warm while preparing the sauce.
- Combine the cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into pan drippings.
- Bring to a boil and cook, stirring constantly for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Serve chops on top of cooked rice or couscous and pour gravy over.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 837, Fat 67.6, SaturatedFat 27.7, Cholesterol 167.8, Sodium 819.8, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 10.2, Protein 39.2
CURRIED LAMB
Your basic lamb curry, very easy to throw together and perfect for the slow cooker. Serve over basmati rice with warmed pitas.
Provided by Galley Wench
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Time 2h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook the lamb meat in batches until browned on all sides, using additional oil as necessary, about 3 minutes per batch. Set aside. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in the Dutch oven over medium heat. Stir in the onions; cook until tender and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add the coriander, cumin, cardamom, ginger, turmeric, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper; cook and stir until the spices are fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Return the lamb to the Dutch oven; pour in the beef stock and season with salt to taste. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the lamb is very tender, about 1 hour.
- Once the lamb is very tender, remove the lid, and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 20 minutes. Stir in the yogurt and lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 98.9 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 138 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
Tips:
- For the most tender lamb chops, choose chops that are at least 1 inch thick.
- To ensure even cooking, bring the lamb chops to room temperature before grilling.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before cooking the lamb chops.
- Sear the lamb chops for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are browned.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to cook the lamb chops for 6-8 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- Let the lamb chops rest for a few minutes before serving.
- To make the curried pears, simply combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Then, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the pears are tender.
- Serve the lamb chops with the curried pears and your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
This recipe for lamb chops with curried pears is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this classic dish. The lamb chops are tender and flavorful, while the curried pears add a unique and exotic twist. This dish is sure to impress your guests, and it's perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.
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