Spiced Mint Lamb Chops

Published on August 11, 2015 | In By
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    • Yield
    • 46
    • 4-6 servings

Photography by Baila Gluck

 

These lamb chops marinate for a few hours, but the actual cook time is very fast – only 10 minutes!  

 

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Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup fresh minced mint leaves
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon curry powder
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 (¾-inch thick) shoulder lamb chops
  • 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients (except for lamb chops and canola oil) in a small mixing bowl and mix well (alternatively, place all ingredients in food processor and pulse – do not over-process) until mixture becomes a smooth paste. 
  2. Rub a little bit of herb mixture (about 2-3 teaspoons) into both sides of the lamb chops.  Transfer lamb chops to a large plate, cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours or overnight.
  3. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over high heat until the pan is very hot and oil ripples.  Transfer lamb chops to skillet and sear on each side for about 5 minutes – do not move chops until they are ready to be turned over; they should be nicely browned, slightly crusty and lift up easily.   (This may produce smoke, so use your exhaust fan!).  Transfer chops to platter and garnish with fresh mint sprigs.
  • Servings : Serves 4-6
  • Ready in : 200 Minutes
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