Best 5 Lamb With Mint Chimichurri Recipes

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Lamb with mint chimichurri is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the tenderness of lamb with the freshness of mint. The chimichurri sauce, made with fresh herbs, garlic, and olive oil, adds a vibrant and aromatic touch to the lamb. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal. The preparation is simple and straightforward, ensuring that you can enjoy this delectable dish with minimal effort. Let's dive into the details of this tantalizing recipe and explore the flavors that await you.

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LAMB WITH MINT CHIMICHURRI



Lamb With Mint Chimichurri image

Though far less glorified than rib chops or legs, lamb shoulder is explosively delicious and juicy. Like the shoulders of pigs and cows, it is a hardworking muscle rippled with intramuscular fat, which makes it ideal for the stewing or braising that's requisite this times of year. But the shoulder's not that hardworking, which keeps it tender enough to be subjected to the shorter blasts of heat typically reserved for more elegant cuts.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     brunch, dinner, easy, lunch, weekday, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup chopped parsley
1 cup chopped mint
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons red chile flakes
salt and pepper
2 pounds of lamb shoulder

Steps:

  • Combine parsley, mint, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, red chile flakes, salt and pepper. Rub half of the mixture over 2 pounds of lamb shoulder chops or chunks, and marinate overnight.
  • Heat a grill or broiler with the rack 4 to 6 inches from the flame. Wipe off the marinade; grill or broil, turning once, until medium, 4 or 5 minutes per side. Serve with the remaining chimichurri.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 658, UnsaturatedFat 39 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 60 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 26 grams, SaturatedFat 18 grams, Sodium 506 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

GRILLED MARINATED LEG OF LAMB WITH ASPARAGUS AND MINT CHIMICHURRI



Grilled Marinated Leg of Lamb with Asparagus and Mint Chimichurri image

Lamb and mint are a classic combination that doesn't need to be messed with, but the chimichurri sauce in this recipe is a fun riff on these spring staples.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 cloves garlic, 7 minced and 2 whole
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 (6-pound) boneless leg of lamb
2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
2 cups fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 cups fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Stir together the 7 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper in a large bowl. Rub the marinade all over the lamb in a bowl, then truss tightly and marinate at least 3 hours in the refrigerator. 2. Preheat a grill for direct and indirect cooking over a medium-heat fire. Grill the lamb over direct heat until nicely charred, about 8 minutes per side, turning often. Then move to indirect heat, cover, and cook until the internal temperature reaches 125 degrees F for medium-rare, about 50 minutes, turning occasionally. Transfer the lamb to a cutting board and let rest 15 minutes.
  • 3. Toss the asparagus with the 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill the asparagus until tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • 4. Pulse the remaining 2 whole garlic cloves in a food processor with the parsley, mint, the remaining 1/2 cup oil, the remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Serve the lamb, sliced, with the asparagus and chimichurri sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 calorie, Fat 29.5 grams, SaturatedFat 7.5 grams, Cholesterol 168 milligrams, Sodium 267 milligrams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fiber 3.5 grams, Protein 57 grams, Sugar 3 grams

ROASTED LAMB WITH MINT CHIMICHURRI



Roasted Lamb with Mint Chimichurri image

Provided by Damaris Phillips

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

One 4-pound boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of excess fat, at room temperature
3/4 cup olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup fresh mint leaves
3/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves
2 cloves garlic
1 serrano pepper, stem removed
3 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Rub the lamb with 1/4 cup of the olive oil and season both sides with salt and pepper. Arrange the lamb fat-side up on a roasting pan and roast 15 minutes. Lower the temperature to 350 degrees F and roast until golden brown and a meat thermometer inserted in the center of the lamb reads 130 degrees F, another 25 to 30 minutes.
  • While the lamb roasts, make the chimichurri. Combine the mint, parsley, oregano, garlic, serrano and 1 teaspoon salt in a food processor and blend. With the machine running, drizzle in the lime juice and remaining 1/2 cup olive oil and process just until fully combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove the lamb from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes. This will allow the juices to redistribute and the lamb will continue to cook. The temperature should read 140 degrees F. Slice the lamb against the grain and add to a platter. Top with some of the chimichurri and serve the remaining sauce alongside the meat at the table.

BROILED LAMB CHOPS WITH MINT CHIMICHURRI



Broiled Lamb Chops with Mint Chimichurri image

Provided by Paul Grimes

Categories     Garlic     Lamb     Broil     Quick & Easy     Father's Day     Dinner     Mint     Meat     Lamb Chop     Pea     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

For lamb chops:
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
4 (1-inch-thick) lamb shoulder chops
For mint chimichurri:
1 to 2 garlic cloves
2cups flat-leaf parsley including trimmed stems
2 cups mint including trimmed stems
1/3 cup distilled white vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
For peas:
1 (10-ounces) package frozen peas
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Cook chops:
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Stir together cinnamon and 11/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a bowl, then rub over chops. Broil in a 4-sided sheet pan 3 to 4 inches from heat, turning once, 8 to 10 minutes total for medium-rare.
  • Meanwhile, make chimichurri and cook peas:
  • With motor running, drop garlic into food processor and finely chop. Add remaining sauce ingredients and 1/2 teaspoon salt and pulse until herbs are finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Cook peas in water and butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, covered, stirring once or twice, until just tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Serve chops drizzled with a little chimichurri and serve peas and remaining chimichurri on the side.

LAMB CHOPS WITH CILANTRO-MINT CHIMICHURRI



Lamb Chops With Cilantro-Mint Chimichurri image

This is an adaptation of a chimichurri sauce served over grilled meat. In this case, it's a cilantro mint chimichurri topping some broiled lamb chops. I would imagine the chimichurri would be great over steak, chicken or pork, too. The chimichurri is best eaten the day it is made, due to the fresh herbs used. Recipe courtesty of Ingrid Hoffmann.

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup cilantro leaf, packed
1/2 cup parsley, fresh flat-leaf
2 tablespoons mint leaves
1 -2 serrano chili, halved (seeded and ribbed if you want less heat)
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (about 1/2 lime)
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 lamb loin chops, 1 inch thick each, trimmed of excess fat
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons rosemary, fresh, chopped
3 garlic cloves, peeled and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Chimichurri:.
  • Combine the cilantro, parsley, mint, serrano chile, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey and salt into a food processor bowl and pulse into a paste. With the food processor running, gradually add the olive oil, continuing to process until the sauce is smooth, scraping down the sides of the food processor as necessary. Transfer the chimichurri to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Refreigerate for up to 3 hours. *Bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Lamb:.
  • Prehat broiler to high and place the oven rack at its highest position.
  • Season the lamb with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over high heat. Add the lamb chops and brown on all sides, about 10 minutes total. Add the rosemary and the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the broiler and cook until the lamb is still pink in the center, about 5 minutes or so.
  • Serve the chops from the oven with a spoonful of the chimichurri drizzled on top. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of lamb. For this recipe, a leg of lamb is best. It's a large, flavorful cut that can be cooked in a variety of ways.
  • Marinate the lamb overnight. This will help to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
  • Cook the lamb to the desired doneness. Lamb can be cooked to rare, medium-rare, or medium. We don't recommend cooking lamb beyond medium, as it can become tough and dry.
  • Make the mint chimichurri sauce while the lamb is cooking. This sauce is a great way to add a fresh, herbaceous flavor to the lamb.
  • Serve the lamb with the mint chimichurri sauce, grilled vegetables, and a side of rice or potatoes.

Conclusion:

This recipe for leg of lamb with mint chimichurri is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The lamb is tender and flavorful, and the mint chimichurri sauce adds a refreshing and herbaceous flavor.

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