Minted lamb chops are a delicious and classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of the lamb's tender meat and the mint's refreshing flavor creates a unique and flavorful experience. Additionally, this dish is relatively easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
LAMB CHOPS WITH MINTED HOLLANDAISE SAUCE
Instead of the traditional mint sauce, lamb chops are served here with a creamy hollandaise sauce flavored with fresh mint. The sauce is not difficult to make, as long as it is cooked over gentle heat. Enjoy!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 35m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Brush the chops on both sides with a little oil and season with black pepper.
- Put the chops under the broiler, 4 inches from the heat, and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare chops, slightly longer for well-done.
- Arrange the lamb chops on warmed serving plates and serve immediately with the warm minted hollandaise sauce.
- Good served with asparagus and a carrot salad.
- Hollandaise sauce: Whisk together the lemon juice, viegar, and egg yolks.
- Put over a saucepan of simmering water and whisk until thick.
- Melt the butter and add, a little at a time, to the egg-yolk mixture, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the fresh mint and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a gravy boat and serve immediately.
- Variation: Lemon and Thyme Hollandaise: Make the sauce as directed, substituting 1 tsp grated lemon zest and 1 tbls chopped fresh thyme for the chopped mint.
- Serve with the lamb chops.
TINY RIB LAMB CHOPS WITH MINTED VINEGAR DIPPING SAUCE
Categories Herb Lamb Appetizer Broil Quick & Easy Summer Gourmet Kidney Friendly Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 12 chops
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Make the dipping sauce:
- In a small saucepan combine the vinegar and the sugar and cook the mixture over moderate heat, stirring, until the sugar is dissolved. Stir in the mint and let the sauce cool. Season the sauce with salt and pepper and transfer it to a small bowl.
- Pat the chops dry, rub them with the cut sides of the garlic, and sprinkle both sides of the chops with the thyme and the white pepper. Grill the chops in a well-oiled ridged grill pan over moderately high het for 1 minutes to 1 1/2 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chops, on each side for rare meat. (Alternatively, the chops may be broiled under a preheated broiler about 4 inches from the heat for about 2 minutes on each side for rare meat.) Serve the chops with the dipping sauce.
BROILED LAMB CHOPS WITH MINTED PEARS
This is an easy and quick dish made with canned pear halves. I copied from a co-worker about 13 years ago.
Provided by Oolala
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Season lamb chops and place on a boiler pan.
- Arrange pear halves, cut side up in an ovenproof dish; or can arrange around the lamb on the broiler pan if desired.
- Mix butter (or margarine), lemon juice and mint in a small bowl.
- Brush mixture over the pear halves, reserving mixture.
- Broil chops until done, turning lamb midway through cooking. Check on pears and can baste with the mixture again. Turn pears if you like.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining lemon juice mixture and and serve with the broiled pears and lamb.
- If desired, fill pear halves with mint jelly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 753, Fat 62.3, SaturatedFat 29.6, Cholesterol 171.1, Sodium 193.7, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 11, Protein 31.9
LAMB CHOPS WITH MINTED POTATOES AND ZUCCHINI
Categories Herb Lamb Potato Vegetable Sauté Quick & Easy Low/No Sugar Wheat/Gluten-Free Mint Zucchini Gourmet
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a heavy skillet large enough to hold the lamb chops without touching heat the oil over moderately high heat until it is a hot but not smoking and in it sauté the potato, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice, turning the pieces constantly with a metal spatula, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until they are golden. Transfer the potato pieces with a slotted spoon to paper towels and let them drain. In the oil remaining in the skillet sauté the chops, patted dry and seasoned with salt and pepper, over moderately high heat for 5 minutes on each side for medium-rare meat and transfer them to a heated platter. Remove the skillet from the heat, pour off the fat, and add the zucchini. Cook the zucchini over moderate heat, stirring, for 1 minute, stir in the lemon juice and the water, and cook the mixture, for 1 minute. Stir in the potato pieces, the mint, and salt and pepper to taste and spoon the mixture around the lamb chops.
LAMB CHOPS WITH MINTED MEYER LEMON COMPOTE
Steps:
- Combine wine, sugar, and mint in heavy small saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat; let stand 30 minutes. Strain syrup into medium saucepan; discard mint.
- Using vegetable peeler, remove peel from lemons in strips. Place strips in mini processor. Cut away all white pith from lemons and discard. Working on plate to catch juice, quarter lemons; remove seeds. Add lemons and juice to mini processor; using on/off turns, chop coarsely. Add lemon mixture to mint syrup. Boil until mixture is reduced to 2/3 cup, about 10 minutes. Stir in salt. Cool.
- Sprinkle lamb with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in each of 2 large skillets over medium-high heat. Add lamb; cook to desired doneness, about 2 1/2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Serve lamb with compote.
LEMON-GARLIC LAMB CHOPS WITH MINTED COUSCOUS
Steps:
- Position an oven rack about 4 inches from the broiler element and heat the broiler on high. Arrange the lamb in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Finely grate the zest from both lemons and then squeeze them to yield 1/4 cup juice. In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, juice, olive oil, and garlic. Set aside 3 Tbs. of the mixture. Brush one side of the lamb chops with half of the remaining lemon mixture and season with 3/4 tsp. each salt and pepper. Broil for 4 minutes, then flip the lamb, brush the other side with the remaining half of the lemon mixture, and season with 3/4 tsp. each salt and pepper. Broil for 3 minutes more for medium rare or 4 minutes for medium. Let the chops rest, loosely covered with foil, for 5 minutes. While the lamb cooks, bring 1 cup water and 3/4 tsp. salt to a boil in a 1- to 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the couscous, peas, and reserved lemon juice mixture. Cover, remove from the heat, and let stand until the peas are tender and the couscous has absorbed all of the liquid, at least 10 minutes. Fluff the couscous with a fork, stir in the mint, and serve with the lamb chops. nutrition information (per serving): Calories (kcal): 580; Fat (g): 28; Fat Calories (kcal): 250; Saturated Fat (g): 7; Protein (g): 48; Monounsaturated Fat (g): 16; Carbohydrates (g): 31; Polyunsaturated Fat (g): 2.5; Sodium (mg): 770; Cholesterol (mg): 135; Fiber (g): 3;
SEARED LAMB CHOPS WITH MINTED SPAGHETTI SQUASH
Categories Lamb Vegetable Quick & Easy Dinner
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1.Cut 1⁄2 inch from both ends of the squash and cut in half lengthwise. Microwave on a plate, cut-side down, on high until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes. 2.Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the lamb with the cumin, 1⁄2 teaspoon salt, and 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper. Cook to the desired doneness, 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. 3.Scoop out and discard the squash seeds. With a fork, gently scrape the strands of squash flesh into a bowl. Toss with the scallions, mint, the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, 1⁄2 teaspoon salt, and 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper. Serve with the lamb.
MINTED LAMB CHOPS
The original recipe called for loin chops, but this will work on any lamb chop; just adjust cooking time appropriately. Serve with mashed potatoes, or peeled boiled new potatoes with butter and parsley. Adapted from a _Bon Appetit_ recipe as published at Epicurious http://tinyurl.com/lcvoq9
Provided by DrGaellon
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 43m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine oil, mint, garlic, salt, cumin, coriander, cayenne and black pepper. Spread on both sides of each chop. Set aside to marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat broiler to high. Place chops under broiler and cook about 4 minutes per side, until nicely browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.3, Fat 32.3, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 70.3, Sodium 636.9, Carbohydrate 1.3, Fiber 0.5, Protein 15.9
Tips for Making Perfect Minted Lamb Chops
- Choose high-quality lamb chops: Look for chops that are evenly marbled and bright pink in color. Avoid chops that are dull or have a lot of dark spots.
- Marinate the lamb chops: Marinating the chops in a mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices helps to tenderize them and add flavor. You can marinate the chops for as little as 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Cook the lamb chops over high heat: This will help to sear the outside of the chops and keep them juicy on the inside. You can cook the chops on a grill, in a skillet, or under a broiler.
- Let the lamb chops rest before serving: This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the chops, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
Conclusion
Minted lamb chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion. By following these tips, you can ensure that your lamb chops are cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor.
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