Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 6 mins | Marinating: 20 mins | Total Time: 31 mins | Servings: 2 people
This exciting dish is not only perfect for a weeknight dinner, but it’s fancy enough for date nights as well! Super easy to whip up and ready in no time. Enjoy the juicy, tender lamb chops in a simple garlic and herb marinade with a simple side salad to go with it.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil to fry
6 lamb chops, rib chops
Salt and pepper to season
Marinade:
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dried oregano, Greek oregano preferably
lemon wedges to serve
How to make Herb Marinated Lamb Chops
Step 1: Generously sprinkle the chops with coarse salt and freshly ground pepper.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk the thyme, oregano, rosemary, mint, garlic, and olive oil to make the marinade.
Step 3: On the entire lamb, massage the marinade. Leave the lamb to marinate at room temperature for up to 20 minutes.
Step 4: Preheat a large skillet over high heat for about 30 seconds. Add the oil and heat it until it easily slides around the skillet.
Step 5: Decrease the heat to medium-high, add the chops, then sear for about 3 minutes until the first side are well browned. For medium-rare, the internal temperature of the chops should be around 57 degrees C or 135 degrees F.
Step 6: Now, turn the chops on the other side and continue to cook for 3 to 5 minutes more. Note that the cooking time of the chops varies depending on the thickness of the meat.
Step 7: To a warm plate, transfer the cooked chops and allow them to rest for at least 5 minutes to let the proteins settle or maximum juiciness.
Step 8: When ready, serve the lamb chops with some lemon wedges on the side and your favourite side dish such as a green salad. Enjoy!
Notes:
To cook the BBQ: Prepare the grill (barbecue). Preheat it to medium heat for direct cooking. Place the chops on the grill and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until s little charred. Make sure to keep the lid close. When done, allow the chops to rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Facts:
Calories: 1244kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 126g | Fat: 78g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 386mg | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 1660mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 346IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 137mg | Iron: 13mg
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil to fry
- 6 lamb chops, rib chops
- Salt and pepper to season
- Marinade:
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano, Greek oregano preferably
- lemon wedges to serve
Instructions
Step 1: Generously sprinkle the chops with coarse salt and freshly ground pepper.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk the thyme, oregano, rosemary, mint, garlic, and olive oil to make the marinade.
Step 3: On the entire lamb, massage the marinade. Leave the lamb to marinate at room temperature for up to 20 minutes.
Step 4: Preheat a large skillet over high heat for about 30 seconds. Add the oil and heat it until it easily slides around the skillet.
Step 5: Decrease the heat to medium-high, add the chops, then sear for about 3 minutes until the first side are well browned. For medium-rare, the internal temperature of the chops should be around 57 degrees C or 135 degrees F.
Step 6: Now, turn the chops on the other side and continue to cook for 3 to 5 minutes more. Note that the cooking time of the chops varies depending on the thickness of the meat.
Step 7: To a warm plate, transfer the cooked chops and allow them to rest for at least 5 minutes to let the proteins settle or maximum juiciness.
Step 8: When ready, serve the lamb chops with some lemon wedges on the side and your favourite side dish such as a green salad. Enjoy!
Notes
To cook the BBQ: Prepare the grill (barbecue). Preheat it to medium heat for direct cooking. Place the chops on the grill and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until s little charred. Make sure to keep the lid close. When done, allow the chops to rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
