Description
Classic Lamb Chops with Mint is a delightful recipe that combines tender lamb chops with a refreshing mint sauce, providing an exquisite culinary experience for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lamb chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, packed
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels and season with salt, pepper, and dried rosemary.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat and sear the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Continue cooking until the lamb chops reach an internal temperature of 130-135°F for medium-rare, then let them rest.
- In a small saucepan, combine the mint leaves, vinegar, sugar, and water; simmer until the sauce thickens.
Notes
- Use high heat for a perfect crust on the lamb chops.
- Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Allow the lamb to rest before serving for tender meat.
- Fresh mint is essential for the sauce’s flavor.
- Adjust cooking time according to the thickness of the chops.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb chop with sauce
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: classic lamb chops, lamb chops with mint, grilled lamb chops, mint sauce, gourmet lamb recipe