This ultimate Mediterranean lamb chop recipe offers a symphony of flavors that will truly tantalize your taste buds. The succulent lamb, infused with Mediterranean spices and expert marination techniques, promises a flavor explosion that will leave your palate yearning for more.
Ingredients
Marinade
8 - 10Lamb chopsFrenched
8largeGarlic clovesminced
1tspPaprikasweet and hot
½tspCumin powder
½tspGinger powder
½tspGround cinnamon
½tspKosher salt
½tspBlack pepper powder
1sprigRosemaryfresh chopped or ½ tsp dried
3 - 4sprigsThymefresh chopped or ½ tsp dried
1tspOreganodried
½Lemonjuiced and zested
2tbspOlive oil
For grilling
2tbspCooking oil
Instructions
Marinade - In a mortar and pestle, mash the garlic. Add the spices and herbs. Mash to a coarse paste. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to the large bowl and add the rest of the marinade ingredients.
8 large Garlic cloves, 1 tsp Paprika, ½ tsp Cumin powder, ½ tsp Ginger powder, ½ tsp Ground cinnamon, ½ tsp Kosher salt, ½ tsp Black pepper powder , 1 sprig Rosemary, 3 - 4 sprigs Thyme, 1 tsp Oregano, ½ Lemon, 2 tbsp Olive oil, 2 tbsp Cooking oil
Marinate chop - Add the lamb chops to the marinade. Move the chops so the marinade coats them well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight if possible.Pro tip - Thaw the lamb chops outside the fridge for at least an hour before cooking.
8 - 10 Lamb chops
Cook the Lamb Chops - Preheat a grill or griddle pan over medium-high heat. Remove the lamb chops from the marinade, shaking off excess. Grill the chops for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
Rest and Serve: Let the chops rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve with Tzatziki sauce on the side and a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a complete Mediterranean meal.
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