Grilled Lamb Chops Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
399 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Grilled Lamb Chops Recipe
Description
This recipe starts with marinating lamb chops in a mixture of olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped cilantro, dried oregano, and seven spice seasoning. After 30 minutes to two hours of marinade time, the chops are brought to room temperature, seasoned with kosher salt, and grilled over medium-high heat.
Grilling for about 3 minutes per side results in medium doneness, maintaining tenderness and juiciness. Cooking longer to medium well may toughen the meat slightly. Using freshly ground black pepper and the citrus-herb marinade enhances flavor while keeping the lamb aromatic and balanced.
Grilled lamb chops make a satisfying main dish suitable for casual grilling meals or special occasions. They pair well with grilled vegetables, salads, or starches such as potatoes or rice.
The recipe notes that lamb chops can be frozen in the marinade for up to 3 months. Thawing in the fridge overnight before grilling is recommended for best results. Homemade or store-bought seven spice blends are acceptable to customize the flavor profile.
Ingredients
- 2 lb lamb chops about 8 pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon juice of
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 1/2 tsp oregano
- 2 tsp seven spice
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- In a bowl mix the olive oil, garlic, lemon, cilantro, oregano and seven spice. Add in the lamb chops and mix to make sure all pieces are coated with the marinade.
- Cover the bowl and marinate for 30 minutes up to 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium high. Take the lamb chops out of the fridge, season with salt and let them to come to room temperature.
- When the grill is ready, place the lamb chops on the grates and grill for about 3 minutes on each side for medium. If you prefer medium well, grill for 4 minutes on each side.
Notes
- Grill lamb chops to medium for best tenderness; medium well can be chewier.
- Make or buy seven spice seasoning based on preference and availability.
- Marinated lamb chops can be frozen up to 3 months; thaw overnight in refrigerator before grilling.
- Let chops come to room temperature before grilling for even cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 399 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 399kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 57g | 114% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 172mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 152mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 804mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 383IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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