Lamb chops are a delectable cut of meat that deserve to be cooked with care and precision to fully appreciate their rich, gamey flavor. Whether you prefer them grilled, roasted, or pan-seared, the key to cooking priceys lamb chops lies in understanding their unique characteristics and applying the right techniques to achieve a tender, juicy, and flavorful result. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the intricacies of cooking lamb chops, exploring various methods, marinades, and accompaniments to help you transform this luxurious ingredient into a culinary masterpiece that will impress even the most discerning palate.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
GARLIC AND HERB-RUBBED LAMB CHOPS
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- In a large baking dish, toss the lamb with the olive oil, garlic, black pepper, red pepper flakes, rosemary, oregano, and thyme.
- Once the chops are evenly coated, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
- Preheat grill, grill pan, or broiler.
- Remove chops from marinade and salt both sides generously.
- Cook about 5 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare (will vary depending on thickness).
- Scatter with fresh parsley and mint.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 165 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 30 g, ServingSize 8 chops (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
GRILLED LAMB CHOPS
For an easy dinner tonight, make Giada De Laurentiis' Grilled Lamb Chops, marinated in fresh garlic, rosemary and thyme, from Everyday Italian on Food Network.
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a food processor fitted with a metal blade add the garlic, rosemary, thyme, cayenne, and salt. Pulse until combined. Pour in olive oil and pulse into a paste. Rub the paste on both sides of the lamb chops and let them marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. Remove from refrigerator and allow the chops to come to room temperature; it will take about 20 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan over high heat until almost smoking, add the chops and sear for about 2 minutes. Flip the chops over and cook for another 3 minutes for medium-rare and 3 1/2 minutes for medium.
ROASTED LAMB CHOPS
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Sprinkle the lamb with salt and pepper and place in a gallon-size zip-top bag.
- Whisk 1/3 cup of the olive oil, the rosemary, smashed garlic, lemon juice and some salt and pepper together in a measuring cup. Pour the marinade into the bag with the lamb. Let sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a heavy-duty sheet tray with foil.
- Combine the mustard and honey together in a small bowl and set aside. Add the panko, Parmesan, parsley, chives and the remaining 2 cloves garlic to a small bowl and toss together. Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of oil and mix together.
- Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and once very hot, sear the lamb, 1 rack at a time, fat-side down first, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and place fat-side up on the prepared sheet tray.
- Brush both racks with the honey mustard and apply each with the panko and herb mixture. Roast the lamb until an instant-read thermometer reads 140 degrees F, for medium, 20 to 25 minutes. Let rest 15 minutes before carving into chops.
OVEN-ROASTED LAMB CHOPS
Never having lamb before I didn't "think" I liked lamb. When your MIL is 100% Greek you know you will have to fix it for her son! I asked her to show me one night and wrote it down. These oven lamb chops are so easy and tender, perfect for when you don't have a crowd to feed!
Provided by Lucky Noodles
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Cut away excess fat from the lamb chops (some fat does add flavor). Coat each chop lightly in olive oil. Dust lamb chops with garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Place lamb chops in a cast iron skillet.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) for medium-well doneness.
- Remove from the oven and cover tightly with foil; let rest for 8 to 10 minutes. Serve with mint jelly on the side,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 51.8 mg, Sugar 11.1 g
BRAISED JUICY LAMB CHOPS
Make and share this Braised Juicy Lamb Chops recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Evie3234
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 6h45m
Yield 3-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place chops in a glass dish.
- Mix remaining ingredients together and pour over chops.
- Refrigerate at least 6 hours (or overnight).
- Put chops and marinade in an ovenproof dish and cover.
- Bake in a 350F oven for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 777, Fat 50.9, SaturatedFat 22.4, Cholesterol 141.2, Sodium 1483.5, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 27.3, Protein 34.3
LAMB CHOPS
When you think of finger foods, thoughts generally gravitate toward something small and wrapped in bacon. For a more elegant approach, roasted meat is the way to go. If you can get small lamb chops (teeny-tiny but not fussy), cover the bones in scallion ''sleeves" for a whimsical look and a practical touch. If your guests don't mind, they'll have a built-in utensil - something like a lamb lollipop.
Provided by Jonathan Reynolds
Categories easy, quick, appetizer, main course
Time 30m
Yield 8 appetizer servings, 4 dinner servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan until very hot. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Season the lamb with the salt and pepper.
- Mix the oil, garlic and rosemary. Spoon half on the lamb and grill 1 minute per side. Place on a sheet pan and cover with the rest of the marinade. Roast in the oven until an instant-read thermometer reaches 125 degrees for rare, 130 degrees for medium rare.
- Cool for 5 minutes, then slice off individual chops and serve with sea salt for dipping. (S.R.O. uses tiny lamb chops, which fit into scallion ''sleeves.'' The racks generally sold by your butcher will be too big for this touch.)
PROVENçAL BRAISED LAMB CHOPS
Provided by Paul Grimes
Categories Garlic Olive Onion Potato Braise Dinner Lamb Chop White Wine Thyme Party Potluck Gourmet Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Diabetes-Friendly
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F with rack in middle.
- Pat chops dry and season with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper (total). Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then cook garlic, stirring constantly, until golden, about 1 minute. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a plate. Brown chops in 2 batches, turning once, about 4 minutes total per batch. Transfer to a plate.
- Add onions, bay leaf, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper to skillet and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Add wine and bring to a boil, scraping up brown bits, then remove from heat.
- Peel potatoes and slice about 1/8 inch thick. Scatter half of potatoes in a shallow 3-quart baking dish, then top with half of onions. Scatter garlic, thyme, and olives over onions, then top with lamb chops. Repeat layering remaining potatoes and onions, then pour wine, broth, and meat juices over top.
- Bake, uncovered, basting top with juices once or twice, until potatoes are tender and browned on top and meat is tender when pierced with tip of a knife, about 1 1/2 hours.
PRICEY'S LAMB CHOPS
One of the best ways to eat lamb
Provided by priceydaledale
Time 15m
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- in a bowl put the mint sauce balsamic vinegar and garlic powder and stir
- place the chops in a bowl and cover with the mixture and leave in the fridge for 12 hours or so
- get a frying pan nice and hot then put the chops in the pan (do not put oil on chops orin the pan) and fry to how you want them
- now place chops on a tray and pour whats left in the frying pan over the top of the chops and place under the grill untill they get a nice glaze on them
- i normaly serve them with chips or roast potatoes
Tips:
- Choose high-quality lamb chops: Look for chops that are a deep pink color, with a firm texture and no signs of bruising or discoloration.
- Trim the lamb chops: Remove any excess fat from the edges of the chops, leaving about 1/4-inch of fat around the edges.
- Season the lamb chops: Season the chops with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. You can also marinate the chops in a mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices for several hours or overnight.
- Cook the lamb chops over high heat: Sear the chops in a hot pan for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
- Let the lamb chops rest before serving: Let the chops rest for 5-10 minutes before serving, to allow the juices to redistribute.
Conclusion:
Lamb chops are a delicious and versatile cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. By following these tips, you can cook lamb chops that are juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. So next time you're looking for a special occasion meal, give lamb chops a try.
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