**Apricot Glazed Lamb Chops: A Culinary Symphony of Sweet and Savory**
Indulge your taste buds in the delectable journey of Apricot Glazed Lamb Chops, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the sweet and savory realms of flavor. These tender and juicy lamb chops are lovingly marinated in a symphony of aromatic herbs and spices, then grilled to perfection, achieving a beautiful char while maintaining their succulent interior. The crowning glory is the luscious apricot glaze, a tantalizing blend of fresh apricots, honey, and a hint of tangy lemon juice, which caramelizes beautifully, creating a glossy and irresistible finish. Accompanying this main course are two complementary recipes: a refreshing Cucumber Salad with a zesty lemon-dill dressing, and a creamy and flavorful Tzatziki Sauce, the perfect complement to the grilled lamb chops. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure where flavors dance harmoniously, leaving you with a taste symphony that will linger long after the last bite.
APRICOT-GLAZED LAMB CHOPS
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. In shallow baking dish, combine 1/2 cup of the reserved apricot liquid, oil, vinegar and salt. (Reserve remaining apricot liquid for sauce.) Place lamb chops in apricot mixture, turning to coat all sides. Refrigerate 30 minutes.2. Remove chops from marinade, reserving marinade. Place lamb chops on broiler pan. Broil 4 to 6 inches from heat for 9 to 11 minutes or until browned and of desired doneness, turning chops and basting occasionally with reserved marinade.3. Meanwhile, reserve 8 apricot halves for garnish. In blender container or food processor bowl with metal blade, combine remaining apricots and reserved apricot liquid, brown sugar, cornstarch, allspice and orange juice. Blend or process 1 minute or until smooth pour into small saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened.4. To serve, arrange lamb chops on serving platter garnish with reserved apricot halves. Serve with warm apricot sauce.Nutrition Information Per Serving: Serving Size: 1/4 of Recipe * Calories: 330 * Calories from Fat: 160 * % Daily Value: Total Fat: 18 g 28% * Saturated Fat: 3 g 15% * Cholesterol: 40 mg 13% * Sodium: 170 mg 7% * Total Carbohydrate: 28 g 9% * Dietary Fiber: 2 g 8% * Sugars: 23 g * Protein: 13 g * Vitamin A: 30% * Vitamin C: 8% * Calcium: 2% * Iron: 10% * Dietary Exchanges: 2 Fruit, 2 Lean Meat, 2 Fat or 2 Carbohydrate, 2 Lean Meat, 2 Fat
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
HONEY-GLAZED LAMB CHOPS
What a lot of flavor for such little effort! "We're always glad to find a recipe like this that is 'company-special' but so fast to put together." Dolores Hurtt - Florence, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the honey, mustard, onion salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes or until heated through., Brush sauce over both sides of lamb. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 345mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
APRICOT GLAZED LAMB
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Rub the rack of lamb, outside portion, with salt and pepper. Next place skillet over Heat and add 2 tablespoons of the oil to a skillet. Place the rack fat side down and sear until the meat is nicely browned. Remove to a plate.
- For the apricot glaze, add the apricot preserves, mustard and the water to a small saucepan and stir over low heat until the mixture is combined. Brush the glaze over the seared rack of lamb. Combine the panko bread crumbs and the fresh herbs in a small bowl until thoroughly mixed. Add 3 teaspoons of oil to the crumbs, to moisten. Cover the lamb rack with the crumb mixture and pat to make the crumbs adhere. Place the rack back in the skillet and roast in the oven for 15 minutes. Let the lamb rack rest for 10 minutes before serving.
APRICOT- AND ROSEMARY-MARINATED LEG OF LAMB
Looking for a luscious way to cook lamb? Marinate it in an apricot syrup and stick it with garlic and fresh rosemary. Mmmm!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 10h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Make 16 small slits, each about 1/2 inch wide and 1 inch deep, over surface of lamb. Insert 1 garlic and 1 rosemary piece in each slit using tip of knife. Place lamb in large resealable food-storage plastic bag or shallow glass or plastic dish.
- Mix reserved apricot syrup, the wine, oil, 1 tablespoon of the honey and the salt; pour over lamb. Seal bag or cover dish and refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours, turning lamb occasionally.
- Heat oven to 325°F. Remove lamb from marinade; reserve marinade. Place lamb, fat side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of lamb and does not touch bone or rest in fat.
- Bake uncovered about 2 hours, brushing once or twice with marinade, until thermometer reads 140°F. Cover lamb loosely with foil and let stand 10 to 15 minutes or until thermometer reads 145°F. (Temperature will continue to rise about 5°, and lamb will be easier to carve.) Reserve 1/4 cup marinade; discard any remaining marinade. Garnish with additional apricot halves and fresh rosemary leaves if desired.
- Meanwhile, place apricots in food processor or blender. Cover and process until smooth. In 1-quart saucepan, heat apricots, 1/4 cup marinade, remaining 1 tablespoon honey and the chopped rosemary. Heat to boiling. Boil 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve sauce with lamb.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg
LAMB WITH APRICOTS
When I was a new bride, I decided to prepare a special Hanukkah for my husband, David, and me to share. The star was this lamb entree, which had been one of my favorites when I was growing up. Dried apricots add a touch of sweetness to the tender lamb, which is gently spiced.-Rachel Delano, Tappahannock, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the lamb and seasonings. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until meat is browned. Add apricots, orange juice, almonds and orange zest. , Transfer to a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Stir in broth. Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
Tips:
- To ensure the lamb chops are cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should read 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare or 160°F (71°C) for medium.
- If you don't have apricot preserves, you can substitute another type of fruit preserves, such as peach or orange.
- For a more flavorful glaze, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the apricot preserves.
- Serve the lamb chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Apricot-glazed lamb chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new lamb recipe, give this one a try!
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