Spicy Garlic Lamb Chops with Mint

Name: Spicy Garlic Lamb Chops with Mint
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 6 frenched halal lamb chops; 6 garlic cloves; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste); 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; Salt and pepper to taste

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Impress your guests with these sensational Spicy Garlic Lamb Chops, a show-stopping main course that's surprisingly simple to prepare. Frenched halal lamb chops are coated in a pungent marinade of fresh garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, and a touch of cayenne, then seared in a scorching hot pan until a beautiful, caramelized crust forms while the inside remains tender and pink. Served with a bright, herbaceous mint and yogurt sauce to balance the heat, this dish is an explosion of flavor. It's perfect for a special occasion dinner, a romantic Valentine's Day meal, or whenever you want to elevate your home dining experience with a touch of gourmet flair. The recipe leverages the enduring popularity of bold, global spice profiles.

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Three juicy, crusty lamb chops on a plate drizzled with sauce, served with lemon wedges and mint yogurt

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time10 min

Servings2 servings

Equipment

Grill pan or cast iron skilletSmall food processor or mortar and pestleMixing bowl

Instructions

1
For the marinade: In a small processor, blend garlic, paprika, cumin, cayenne, 2 tbsp olive oil, and a big pinch of salt into a coarse paste.
2
Rub the paste all over the lamb chops. Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerated for up to 4 hours.
3
For the sauce: Mix yogurt, mint, lemon zest, 1 tbsp lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate.
4
Heat a grill pan or skillet over high heat. Add remaining 1 tbsp oil. Cook chops for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your liking.
5
Let chops rest for 5 minutes. Serve drizzled with any pan juices and the cool mint yogurt sauce on the side.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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