Best 2 Lamb Chops With Fruity Couscous Mint Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with our exquisite Lamb Chops with Fruity Couscous and Mint, a tantalizing main course that will impress your taste buds. Perfectly seared lamb chops, juicy and succulent, are paired with a vibrant and refreshing fruity couscous, bursting with the sweetness of dried apricots, tangy cranberries, and aromatic orange zest. The mint adds a cooling touch, balancing the flavors and creating a harmonious ensemble. Accompany this delightful dish with two sensational side dishes: a vibrant and flavorful Carrot and Coriander Salad, a symphony of sweet carrots, crunchy coriander, and a zesty dressing, and a creamy and indulgent Avocado and Feta Dip, a delightful blend of ripe avocados, tangy feta cheese, and a hint of garlic. These accompaniments elevate the lamb chops to new heights, offering a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LAMB CHOPS WITH FRUITY COUSCOUS & MINT

Lamb chops with fruity couscous & mint image

This Moroccan-style spiced lamb dish is simple enough to do on a weeknight, but also makes a great dish to serve to friends

Provided by Jennifer Joyce

Time 16m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 lamb chops or leg steaks, trimmed
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 red onion , finely chopped
3 tbsp red wine vinegar
3 tbsp olive oil
200g couscous
5 tbsp pine nuts , toasted
8 dates , stoned and finely chopped
zest and juice 2 lemons
20g pack each mint and flat-leaf parsley , roughly chopped

Steps:

Place the lamb in a bowl. Sprinkle over the paprika, half the onion, 1 tbsp vinegar and ½ tbsp oil. Season, then set aside.
To make the couscous, boil the kettle and tip the couscous into a heatproof bowl. Stir in the pine nuts, dates, lemon zest and half the juice. Pour over 140ml just-boiled water, push the coucous to the sides of the bowl, cover, then leave to stand for 10 mins.
Heat grill to high. Lift the lamb out of its marinade, grill for 2-3 mins on each side, then rest, wrapped in foil, for 10 mins. Stir half the chopped herbs and some seasoning into the couscous, then add the remaining lemon juice to taste. Mix together the remaining herbs, red onion, vinegar, oil and seasoning to make a herby vinaigrette. Serve the lamb and couscous with the vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 635 calories, Fat 34 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 23 grams sugar, Protein 35 grams protein, Sodium 0.23 milligram of sodium

HEARTY LAMB CHOPS WITH COUSCOUS RECIPE BY TASTY

Hearty Lamb Chops With Couscous Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: kosher salt, McCormick® Hearty Spice Blend, freshly ground black pepper, lamb chop, canola oil, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, McCormick® Hearty Spice Blend, garlics, orange zests, oranges, orange zest, orange juice, fresh mint, full-fat yogurt, McCormick® Hearty Spice Blend, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, chicken broth, butter, kosher salt, couscous, pitted dates, olive oil, fresh parsley, chives, toasted pine nut

Provided by Tasty

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

Ingredients

2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons McCormick® Hearty Spice Blend
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 lb lamb chop
2 teaspoons canola oil
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon McCormick® Hearty Spice Blend
5 garlics, minced
2 orange zests
2 oranges
1 orange zest
1 orange juice
½ cup fresh mint, finely chopped
1 cup full-fat yogurt
1 teaspoon McCormick® Hearty Spice Blend
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 ¼ cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter, or olive oil
1 pinch of kosher salt
1 cup couscous
2 pitted dates, chopped
olive oil, to taste
¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chives, thinly sliced
toasted pine nut, for serving

Steps:

Make the dry rub: In a small bowl, mix together the salt, Hearty spice blend, and pepper.
On a large plate, sprinkle the lamb chops evenly on both sides with the dry rub. Let sit for 5 minutes.
Make the marinade: In a medium bowl, mix together the Hearty spice blend, garlic, orange zest, and orange juice.
Place seasoned lamb chops in a glass baking dish and pour the marinade over. Let marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. If the marinade doesn't completely cover the lamb chops, flip halfway through.
While the lamb chops are marinating, make the yogurt sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange zest, orange juice, mint, yogurt, Hearty spice blend, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Make the couscous: In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the chicken stock, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil, then pour in the couscous, remove from heat, and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork, then stir in the dates, and cover again to keep warm. If the couscous seems dry, add 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil and mix. Set aside.
Cook the lamb chops: Heat the canola oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat.
Remove the lamb chops from marinade, set on a plate, and season on both sides with salt and pepper.
Carefully add a few of the lamb chops to the skillet, making sure not to crowd the pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness is achieved and the lamb chops have a nice brown sear on the outside but are still tender in the center. The internal temperature should read 145˚F (63˚C) for medium-rare. Remove the lamb chops from the pan and repeat with remaining lamb chops.
Just before serving, fold the parsley and chives into the couscous.
To serve, spoon the couscous onto plates and add a few lamb chops. Spoon the yogurt sauce the over lamb chops and top with toasted pine nuts.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1363 calories, Carbohydrate 99 grams, Fat 75 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 75 grams, Sugar 35 grams

Tips:

Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the best results. Look for well-marbled lamb chops and plump, juicy dried fruits.
Don't overcook the lamb chops: Lamb chops are best cooked to medium-rare or medium. Overcooking will make them tough and dry.
Use a flavorful marinade: Marinating the lamb chops in a mixture of herbs, spices, and olive oil will help to tenderize and flavor them.
Cook the couscous properly: Couscous is a delicate grain that can easily be overcooked. Follow the package directions carefully and be sure to fluff the couscous with a fork before serving.
Add fresh herbs and spices: Fresh herbs and spices can really brighten up the flavors of this dish. Try adding some chopped mint, parsley, or cilantro to the couscous, or sprinkling some cumin or coriander over the lamb chops.

Conclusion:

This lamb chops with fruity couscous and mint is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The lamb chops are tender and flavorful, the couscous is fluffy and light, and the fruity-mint sauce adds a refreshing and vibrant touch. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.