Rustic mint lamb chops (Printable)

Juicy lamb chops with fresh herbs in a vibrant mint sauce, ready in minutes for a satisfying dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Lamb

01 - 8 small lamb loin or rib chops (about 1 inch thick)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)

→ Mint Sauce

07 - 1 cup fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped
08 - ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
09 - 1 small shallot, minced
10 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
11 - 2 teaspoons honey
12 - ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
13 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Pat lamb chops dry with paper towels. Rub both sides evenly with olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and chopped rosemary.
02 - Heat a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat until hot.
03 - Arrange lamb chops in a single layer. Sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness. Transfer to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine mint leaves, parsley, minced shallot, red wine vinegar, and honey. Gradually drizzle in extra virgin olive oil while stirring. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
05 - Serve lamb chops warm, drizzled generously with rustic mint sauce. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy weeknight dinner
  • Packed with fresh herb flavor
02 -
  • Marinate the lamb chops in olive oil rosemary and garlic for up to 2 hours before cooking for extra flavor
  • Substitute apple cider vinegar for red wine vinegar if preferred
03 -
  • Use a cast iron skillet for best searing results
  • Let the lamb rest covered to retain juices
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