MINT-PESTO LAMB CHOPS
I adore the taste and richness of lamb. But it takes bold flavors to complement the lamb, and this recipe definitely does that. The simple mint-cilantro pesto marries well with the lamb flavor, while the pomegranate-balsamic reduction adds the perfect balance to finish off the dish. This easy-to-prepare entree is delicious and gourmet, and is sure to impress.-Melanie Stevenson, Reading, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring pomegranate juice and vinegar to a boil over medium heat; cook until reduced to 1/2 cup. , Meanwhile, for pesto, place the mint, cilantro, garlic, salt and pepper in a small food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. , Coat chops with pesto. In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, brown lamb in oil on all sides., In a 450° oven, bake, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Drizzle with pomegranate sauce and, if desired, sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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