**Grilled Marinated Lamb Chops with Balsamic Cherry Tomatoes: A Flavorful Symphony**
Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our grilled marinated lamb chops, an exquisite dish that tantalizes taste buds and elevates any dining experience. This recipe presents a harmonious blend of succulent lamb chops, infused with a symphony of aromatic herbs and spices, grilled to perfection and accompanied by a vibrant medley of balsamic-glazed cherry tomatoes. The result is a sensory delight that captivates the senses, leaving you craving more. Alongside this main course masterpiece, we offer a selection of complementary recipes that complete the perfect meal. Indulge in a refreshing cucumber and avocado salad, adding a crisp and cooling touch to balance the richness of the lamb. Elevate your taste buds with a side of creamy and tangy tzatziki sauce, the perfect accompaniment to the grilled lamb chops. And for a sweet finish, tantalize your palate with a delightful serving of grilled pineapple, caramelized and infused with a hint of cinnamon, providing a tropical twist to your culinary adventure. Our comprehensive guide ensures a seamless cooking experience, with step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and stunning visuals that will transform you into a culinary maestro.
MARINATED LAMB CHOPS
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Time 1h25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together the oil, balsamic vinegar, parsley, rosemary, cumin, garlic and 2 tablespoons mint in a medium bowl. Place the lamb into a resealable plastic bag and pour half of the marinade over the lamb. Season with salt and pepper, seal the bag and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
- Add the lemon zest and juice and remaining 6 tablespoons mint to the remaining marinade and whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- Heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat until very hot; lightly brush with oil.
- Remove the lamb from the bag, letting the excess marinade drip off (discard the marinade). Season with salt and pepper. Grill the chops, turning once, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Serve the chops with the reserved marinade.
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.
HONEY-BALSAMIC LAMB CHOPS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 12m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill.
- In the bowl of a food processor, combine the balsamic vinegar, garlic, and honey. Pulse until blended. With the machine running, slowly pour in the vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and forms a thick sauce. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with rosemary. Grill the lamb chops for 2 to 3 minutes each side until medium-rare.
- Arrange the lamb chops on a platter. Spoon the sauce over the top or serve the sauce on the side.
CHERRY-GLAZED LAMB CHOPS
Dinner ready in 15 minutes! Brush lamb chops with this tasty glaze that's made using cherry preserves and balsamic vinegar - a quick and easy meal.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Set oven control to broil. Spray broiler pan rack with cooking spray; place lamb chops on rack in pan. Sprinkle chops with 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper.
- In small bowl, mix garlic, chopped rosemary, vinegar, preserves, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Reserve half of preserves mixture for serving. Brush some of remaining half of the mixture over chops.
- Broil with tops 5 inches from heat 6 to 7 minutes, turning once and brushing with more preserves mixture, until of desired doneness. Garnish with rosemary sprigs. Serve with reserved preserves mixture.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
GRILLED MARINATED LAMB CHOPS WITH BALSAMIC CHERRY TOMATOES
This is a really simple and delicious meal. Since lamb chops can vary so much in size, please adjust cooking times accordingly. For the tomatoes, a disposable aluminum pan works really well. Cook time includes marinating time.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 2h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir together honey, vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper and transfer to a sealable plastic bag.
- Add lamb, then seal bag, pressing out excess air and turning to distribute marinade.
- Marinate lamb, chilled, turning occasionally, 1 hour.
- Bring lamb to room temperature.
- Prepare grill for cooking. If using a charcoal grill, open vents on bottom of grill and on lid.
- Remove lamb from marinade, reserving marinade.
- When fire is medium-hot (you can hold your hand 5 inches above rack for 3 to 4 seconds), grill lamb on lightly oiled grill rack, turning once, about 4 minutes total for medium-rare.
- Transfer to a platter and keep warm, covered.
- Cook tomatoes (still on vine, if using) in disposable roasting pan, covered with grill lid, carefully turning, until softened and just beginning to split, about 8 minutes.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar over tomatoes, turning to coat, then cook, uncovered, until vinegar is reduced by about half, about 2 minutes.
- Remove from grill.
- Bring reserved marinade with any lamb juices accumulated on platter to a boil in a small heavy saucepan, covered.
- Drizzle lamb with marinade and serve with tomatoes.
- Cooks' note:
- Lamb and tomatoes can also be grilled in batches in a lightly oiled well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat (tomatoes will take less time to soften, about 3 minutes).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 660.9, Fat 51, SaturatedFat 22.4, Cholesterol 140.6, Sodium 408.3, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 14, Protein 32.7
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 MARINATED LAMB CHOPS
Make and share this Grilled Marinated Lamb Chops recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Vicki in AZ
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Clean the lamb chops and put into a large glass pan.
- Squeeze lemons over the meat and let sit 5 minutes.
- Wash chops under running water.
- Mix together the marinade: crushed garlic, chopped parsley, chopped mint, olive oil, salt & pepper to taste.
- Cover lamb chops with marinade and refrigerate up to 24 hours, turning occasionally.
- Grill or broil 4-6 minutes per side.
CHERRY-GLAZED LAMB CHOPS
An elegant, deep brown reduction sauce studded with bits of cherry makes this entree ideal for a quiet dinner with that special someone. -KERRY DINGWALL, PONTE VEDRA, FLORIDA
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine rosemary, salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; rub over lamb chops. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chops over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Remove and keep warm., Add garlic to the pan; cook for 1 minute. Stir in broth, preserves, vinegar and remaining pepper; cook until thickened, 2-4 minutes. Return chops to pan; turn to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 495mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.
LAMB CHOPS WITH BALSAMIC REDUCTION
This recipe for lamb chops is a favorite in my house. It is an easy and quick recipe for two people (we eat two chops each). Rosemary and thyme give it great flavor. If you double the recipe, remember that the sauce will take longer to reduce.
Provided by PGRAYMENDOZA
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb Chops
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl or cup, mix together the rosemary, basil, thyme, salt and pepper. Rub this mixture onto the lamb chops on both sides. Place them on a plate, cover and set aside for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place lamb chops in the skillet, and cook for about 3 1/2 minutes per side for medium rare, or continue to cook to your desired doneness. Remove from the skillet, and keep warm on a serving platter.
- Add shallots to the skillet, and cook for a few minutes, just until browned. Stir in vinegar, scraping any bits of lamb from the bottom of the skillet, then stir in the chicken broth. Continue to cook and stir over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, until the sauce has reduced by half. If you don't, the sauce will be runny and not good. Remove from heat, and stir in the butter. Pour over the lamb chops, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 63.9 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 70.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
Tips:
- Choose high-quality lamb chops: Opt for chops that are at least 1 inch thick and have a good amount of marbling for a tender and flavorful result.
- Marinate the lamb chops: Marinating the chops in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices not only adds flavor but also helps tenderize them. Allow the chops to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
- Grill the lamb chops over high heat: Use a grill or grill pan heated to high heat to sear the lamb chops and create a beautiful crust. This will help lock in the juices and prevent the chops from drying out.
- Cook the lamb chops to your desired doneness: Depending on your preference, cook the lamb chops to medium-rare (internal temperature of 135°F), medium (145°F), or well-done (160°F). Use a meat thermometer to ensure accurate cooking.
- Prepare the balsamic cherry tomatoes: While the lamb chops are grilling, prepare the balsamic cherry tomatoes by tossing them with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and herbs. Roast them in the oven until caramelized and slightly wrinkled.
- Serve the lamb chops with the balsamic cherry tomatoes: Serve the grilled lamb chops immediately with the balsamic cherry tomatoes as a delicious and flavorful side dish.
Conclusion:
This grilled marinated lamb chops with balsamic cherry tomatoes recipe is a delightful and impressive dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner. The tender and flavorful lamb chops, paired with the tangy and sweet balsamic cherry tomatoes, create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Follow these tips and enjoy a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your own home.
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