LAMB WITH SPINACH AND ONIONS

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Grilling is a wonderful way to prepare lamb. The marinade and on-the-side onion sauce enhance the meat's naturally terrific taste.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 28

1/2 cup lime juice
1/4 cup dry red wine or 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash Liquid Smoke, optional
12 rib lamb chops (1 inch thick)
ONION SAUCE:
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
1 teaspoon butter
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup dry red wine or 1/2 cup beef broth and grape juice
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
1 large sweet onion, cut into quarters
Olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
SPINACH:
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
12 cups fresh baby spinach
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first 10 ingredients; add lamb chops. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., In a saucepan. saute green onions in butter until tender. Add vinegar and wine or broth and grape juice; bring to a boil. Add mint and sugar. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until sauce is reduced to 3/4 cup. Strain; discard mint. Set sauce aside., Thread onion wedges onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Brush with salt and pepper. Discard marinade from lamb. Grill chops, covered, over medium-hot heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium, a thermometer should read 160°; well done, 170°). Grill onion skewers for 2-3 minutes or until tender., In a large skillet, saute green onions and garlic in oil and butter until tender. Add the spinach, salt and pepper; saute for 2-3 minutes or until spinach just begins to wilt and is heated through. Place on a serving platter. Remove onion from skewers; place onion and lamb chops over spinach.

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tumelo ishmael
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I love this recipe! The lamb is always so tender and the spinach and onions add a nice touch of flavor.


Prabin Chhetri
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This is a great recipe for special occasions. It's easy to make and always impresses my guests.


Kisitu Dan
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I've never been a fan of lamb, but this dish changed my mind. It was so tender and flavorful.


Umar Syed
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This was my first time cooking lamb and it turned out great. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.


Mahede Hasan
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lamb.


Abidkhan Ali
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This dish is a keeper! It's so flavorful and the lamb is cooked perfectly.


Nyabalang Gatwech Pur
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but this dish was really good. The meat was tender and the sauce was flavorful.


Layla Qui
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.


Tammy Hunt-Garcia
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So easy to make and so delicious. I loved the combination of flavors.


earnest daffrece
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This dish was amazing! The lamb was so tender and the spinach and onions were a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Kierie Nieuwoudt
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This was a delicious and easy to make recipe. The lamb was tender and the spinach and onions were a great addition. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


David NNaemeka
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The lamb is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Gabriel Joshua
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This is one of my favorite lamb recipes. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the spinach and onions add a nice flavor.


M Ayoub
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I made this dish last night and it was a huge success. The lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender and the spinach and onions were a great complement. I will definitely be making this again.


snip tip
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The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. The lamb was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


M Arif Khan M Arif Khan
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This lamb dish was a hit with my family! The meat was tender and flavorful, and the spinach and onions added a nice touch of freshness. I will definitely be making this again.