Grilled lamb chops are a timeless delicacy, showcasing the succulent and flavorful meat in its most enticing form. Paired with a dazzling pomegranate-port reduction, these chops elevate the experience to gastronomic heights. The tangy-sweet glaze, infused with the rich complexity of pomegranate and the velvety smoothness of port wine, creates a captivating symphony of flavors that dance upon the palate. Accompanying this majestic main course is a medley of delightful recipes, each contributing its own unique charm to the culinary journey. From the vibrant and refreshing pomegranate-cucumber salad, with its crisp textures and invigorating flavors, to the indulgent whipped feta dip, a creamy and tangy delight that complements the grilled lamb chops impeccably, this article offers a comprehensive feast for the senses.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
LAMB CHOPS WITH POMEGRANATE SAUCE AND SAFFRON PILAF
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler and arrange the oven rack 8 inches from the broiler.
- Heat a large sauce pot over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt, then add the orzo and stir. Toast the pasta until golden brown, 3 minutes, then add the rice and stir to combine. Add the saffron threads and stir in the stock. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid. Cook the rice until tender, about 15 to 18 minutes.
- Meanwhile, roll the pomegranate on the counter while applying pressure for a minute. Hold the pomegranate over a small pot and cut into it with a small sharp knife; the juice will come rushing out. Squeeze the pomegranate until 3/4 to 1 cup of juice is produced. Stir in the wine, Worcestershire, peppercorns, cloves, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, lower the heat to a simmer and reduce the liquid by half, about 6 minutes. Pour a little sauce into a small bowl, stir in the cornstarch, and then pour the mixture into the sauce. Cook until thickened, about 1 minute. Remove and discard the peppercorns, whole cloves and the bay leaf.
- Arrange the chops on a broiler pan and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Broil for 3 to 4 minutes, or only 1 minute on each side for pink centers.
- When the chops go into the broiler, heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and stir for 2 minutes, then add the spinach and let it wilt. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg, to taste.
- Arrange 3 chops on each serving plate. Drizzle with pomegranate sauce, and serve the saffron pilaf and wilted spinach alongside.
GRILLED LAMB CHOPS
For an easy dinner tonight, make Giada De Laurentiis' Grilled Lamb Chops, marinated in fresh garlic, rosemary and thyme, from Everyday Italian on Food Network.
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a food processor fitted with a metal blade add the garlic, rosemary, thyme, cayenne, and salt. Pulse until combined. Pour in olive oil and pulse into a paste. Rub the paste on both sides of the lamb chops and let them marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. Remove from refrigerator and allow the chops to come to room temperature; it will take about 20 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan over high heat until almost smoking, add the chops and sear for about 2 minutes. Flip the chops over and cook for another 3 minutes for medium-rare and 3 1/2 minutes for medium.
POMEGRANATE LAMB
Steps:
- Rub the lamb chops with the salt, pepper and rosemary leaves evenly. Combine all of the remaining ingredients in non-reactive dish. Add the chops and turn over in the mixture a few times. Cover and refrigerate up to four hours ahead of time.;
- Pomegranate Au jus: Heat a medium sized saucepan on medium heat. Add 1/2 tablespoon of butter and the olive oil. When the butter melts add the shallots and garlic. Allow to cook until lightly cooked, (about 3 minutes), stirring frequently so that the garlic doesn't burn. Now add the pomegranate juice and vinegar. Reduce by half. Add the stock and reduce, skimming as necessary until the sauce will coat the back of a spoon, (about 15 minutes). Remove from the heat and strain the sauce through a fine meshed strainer. Reserve in a small saucepan while you cook the chops.
- Heat a grill or grill pan to fairly high heat.
- Remove the lamb from the marinade and reason them with a touch of salt and pepper. Grill about four minutes on each side.
- Reheat the pomegranate Au jus. When is it just under a boil, whisk in the remaining butter. Divide the sauce between the four plates and center the chops on the sauce. Serve.
GRILLED DOUBLE LAMB CHOPS WITH POMEGRANATE-MINT PESTO
This recipe is perfect for two, but can also be doubled to feed more. You don't have to pay extra to get your lamb chops Frenched (that's when all of the meat and connective tissue around the bones is removed)-we think those charred bits of meat around the bone are a bonus!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, half the lemon zest and juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a quart-size resealable plastic bag. Crush the thyme sprigs in your hands and toss them in as well. Add the lamb chops and seal the bag. Squeeze the bag and move it around to coat the chops evenly with the marinade. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Preheat a grill for indirect and direct cooking over medium-high heat. For gas grills (with 3 or more burners), turn all the burners to medium-high heat; after about 15 minutes turn off one of the middle burners. For charcoal grills, bank one chimney starter-full of lit and ashed-over charcoal briquettes to one side of the grill. Set up a drip pan on the other side to avoid flare-ups. (Be sure to consult the grill manufacturer's guide for best results.)
- Stir together the pomegranate seeds, almonds, mint, honey, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and remaining lemon zest and juice, a pinch of salt and a grind of black pepper in a small bowl. Reserve.
- Remove the lamb chops from the bag and pat dry. Season all over with salt and pepper. Place the lamb chops medallion-side down on the hot side of the grill and cook to develop dark grill marks, about 4 minutes. Flip the lamb chops and cook for another 4 minutes. Turn the chops fat-cap side down to start rendering the fat, 1 minute. Flip the chops bone-side down and move them to the indirect side of the grill. Cover and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the middle of the chops reads 125 degrees F for medium-rare, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Remove the chops and let rest 5 minutes before serving. Spoon some pomegranate-mint pesto over each chop.
GRILLED LAMB CHOPS IN POMEGRANATE MARINATED
I use Cortas Pomegranate juice which is very thick like molasses but no sugar is added in the cooking of it. It's just concentrated Pomegranate juice. I purchased it in a Greek store but also seen it on line. It gives the lamb a slightly sweet tangy taste.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 25m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Rub the rack of lamb with the salt, pepper, and rosemary leaves.
- Combine the molasses, garlic, shallot and oil in a zip lock storage bag add the lamb chops, turning over a few times to coat thoroughly.
- Cover and refrigerate 4 hours.
- Preheat the grill.
- Remove the lamb chops from the marinade.
- Grill for 4 minutes per side for rare, or 5 to 6 minutes for medium-rare.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.3, Fat 36, SaturatedFat 5, Sodium 3.2, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.7
SIMPLE GRILLED LAMB CHOPS
This very tasty and easy marinade for lamb chops can also be used for steaks.
Provided by Noor
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb Chops
Time 2h16m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix together the vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and olive oil in a large resealable bag until the salt has dissolved. Add lamb, toss until coated, and marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
- Remove lamb from the marinade and leave any onions on that stick to the meat. Discard any remaining marinade. Wrap the exposed ends of the bones with aluminum foil to keep them from burning. Grill to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium. The chops may also be broiled in the oven about 5 minutes per side for medium.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 112 mg, Fat 44.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 861 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
GRILLED LAMB CHOPS WITH POMEGRANATE-PORT REDUCTION
Marinated lamb chops get grilled and then topped with a wonderful tangy pomengranate-port reduction. Most impressive!
Provided by WannaBeChef
Categories Lamb Chops
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk together the lemon zest and juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the lamb chops, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Set aside to marinate.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
- Bring the pomegranate juice and port wine to a simmer in a small saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue simmering until the liquid has reduced to half of its original volume, about 45 minutes. Stir in the pomegranate seeds and set aside.
- Remove the lamb from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Cook the chops on the preheated grill until they start to firm, and are reddish-pink and juicy in the center, about 4 minutes per side for medium rare. Serve the chops drizzled with the pomegranate-port reduction.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 100.8 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 82.9 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
GRILLED LAMB CHOPS WITH POMEGRANATE-PORT REDUCTION
Marinated lamb chops get grilled and then topped with a wonderful tangy pomengranate-port reduction. Most impressive!
Provided by WannaBeChef
Categories Lamb Chops
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk together the lemon zest and juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the lamb chops, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Set aside to marinate.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
- Bring the pomegranate juice and port wine to a simmer in a small saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue simmering until the liquid has reduced to half of its original volume, about 45 minutes. Stir in the pomegranate seeds and set aside.
- Remove the lamb from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Cook the chops on the preheated grill until they start to firm, and are reddish-pink and juicy in the center, about 4 minutes per side for medium rare. Serve the chops drizzled with the pomegranate-port reduction.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 100.8 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 82.9 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
LAMB BRAISED IN POMEGRANATE
This pomegranate braised lamb shoulder is about as seasonally appropriate as it gets, and one of the best things I've tasted in a long time.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb Chops
Time 2h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Generously season lamb chops with salt and black pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over high heat. Place lamb chops in Dutch oven and cook until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes. Transfer lamb to a plate and reduce heat to medium.
- Stir onion and a pinch of salt into the Dutch oven; cook until onions are slightly golden, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour pomegranate juice into the Dutch oven and scrape any browned bits off of the bottom of the pot. Pour in balsamic vinegar, increase heat to high, and bring to a boil.
- Stir rosemary, mint leaves, and red pepper flakes into pomegranate juice mixture. Continue to boil until liquid is reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Return lamb and any accumulated juices to Dutch oven, spoon pomegranate mixture over lamb, and cover.
- Cook in the preheated oven until meat is fork tender, about 2 hours. Transfer lamb to a plate and set Dutch oven on the stovetop over high heat. Bring pomegranate mixture to a boil; cook, skimming any fat that accumulates, until liquid is reduced by 1/3, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in honey and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Return lamb to the Dutch oven; stir to combine. Garnish with pomegranate seeds, sliced mint leaves, and pumpkin seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 134.5 mg, Fat 34.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 190.2 mg, Sugar 18.3 g
Tips:
- Choose the right lamb chops: Look for chops that are at least 1 inch thick and have a good amount of marbling. This will help ensure that they stay juicy and flavorful during grilling.
- Marinate the lamb chops: Marinating the lamb chops in a flavorful mixture of herbs, spices, and liquids helps to tenderize them and infuse them with flavor. Allow the chops to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Preheat your grill: Make sure your grill is preheated to medium-high heat before grilling the lamb chops. This will help to sear the outside of the chops and prevent them from sticking to the grill.
- Cook the lamb chops over direct heat: Grill the lamb chops over direct heat for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 135°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium, or 155°F for medium-well.
- Let the lamb chops rest: After grilling, let the lamb chops rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the chops, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bite.
- Serve with a flavorful sauce: A flavorful sauce can help to complement the lamb chops and enhance their flavor. Some popular options include a pomegranate-port reduction, a mint-cilantro sauce, or a tzatziki sauce.
Conclusion:
Grilled lamb chops are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for a variety of occasions. By following these tips, you can ensure that your grilled lamb chops are cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. Whether you serve them with a flavorful sauce or simply grilled vegetables, lamb chops are sure to be a hit.
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