Best 7 Lamb Chops With Mint Oil Recipes

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**Lamb Chops: A Culinary Symphony of Flavor and Elegance**

Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our exquisite lamb chops recipes, a delectable symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. From the classic charm of grilled lamb chops to the aromatic allure of mint-infused oil, these recipes showcase the versatility and sheer deliciousness of this prized cut of meat. Prepare to embark on a journey of culinary exploration, where each bite unveils a new layer of richness and satisfaction. Whether you prefer the simplicity of grilled chops or the herbaceous magic of mint oil, our recipes guide you through the process with precision and passion. Discover the art of cooking lamb chops and elevate your dining experience to new heights.

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LAMB CHOPS WITH GARLIC MINT SAUCE



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These Lamb Chops with garlic mint sauce make for an elegant dish that is fit for any special occasion. This will be at the top of your list for easy gourmet, complete with an ultra flavorful and tangy garlic mint sauce. Including instructions on how to cook your lamb to any temperature you prefer!

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 21m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2-3 pound lamb chops (bone in)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
2 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
2 tablespoon mint (chopped)

Steps:

  • Prep grill and lamb: Heat a grill pan over high heat until almost smoking. Generously season lamb chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Make sauce: Meanwhile combine all the sauce ingredients together in a bowl and whisk well. Set aside.
  • Grill: Spray the grill pan with a bit of cooking spray or brush with olive oil. Add the chops to the hot grill pan and sear for 2 minutes, flip them over and cook for another 2 1/2 minutes for medium-rare or 3 1/2 minutes for medium.
  • Serve: Generously drizzle each chop with some garlic and mint sauce over it to serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 chops, Calories 482 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 56 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 172 mg, Sodium 696 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

LAMB CHOPS WITH MINT GREMOLATA



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You only need five ingredients to make this romantic Italian meal for two.

Categories     gremolata     lamb chops     Italian recipe

Time 2h20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

For Lamb Chops:
4 rib lamb chops (about 3/4 pound)
1/2 c. olive oil
4 sprigs torn mint (stems included)
2 roughly chopped large garlic cloves
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
For Gremolata:
1 small garlic clove, chopped
1/4 tsp. lemon zest
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 c. loosely packed mint leaves, plus more for garnish
2 tsp. olive oil

Steps:

  • Place chops, olive oil, mint, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large, sealable plastic bag. Toss to coat lamb chops and marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Remove chops, wipe off excess marinade, and season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Broil chops on high until medium-rare, about 3 minutes per side. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make gremolata: Crush garlic, lemon zest, and salt into a paste using the side of a large knife or a mortar and pestle. In a small bowl, stir together garlic paste and mint leaves with olive oil. Transfer chops to serving plate, drizzle with mint gremolata, and garnish with fresh mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories

LAMB CHOPS WITH MINT SAUCE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 1 to 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Zest of 1 lemon
Four 4-ounce lamb chops
1 bunch fresh mint
1/4 cup fresh parsley
2 anchovy fillets
1 clove garlic
Red pepper flakes, as needed
Extra-virgin olive oil, as needed
Kosher salt, as needed
Neutral oil, for oiling the grill
Baked Sweet Potato with Sour Cream and Mint, recipe follows, for serving
1 sweet potato
2 tablespoons sour cream
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the spice rub and lamb: Stir together the salt, pepper, coriander, cayenne and lemon zest in a small bowl. Season the lamb chops on both sides with the spice rub. Allow to sit at room temperature while you make the mint sauce.
  • For the mint sauce: In a food processor, add the mint, parsley, anchovies, garlic and some red pepper flakes. Process, adding olive oil as you go, until the sauce is just loose enough to drizzle. Taste and add salt if needed.
  • Heat a grill pan or grill on medium-high heat. Oil the grill and pat the chops dry. Grill the lamb until done to your liking, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Serve with the mint sauce and Baked Sweet Potato with Sour Cream and Mint.
  • Pierce the sweet potato several times with a fork and microwave on high according to the manufacturer's instructions until cooked through, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Cut the potato open, add the sour cream and snip the mint leaves over the top to garnish.

LAMB CHOPS WITH MINT OIL



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Homemade lamb chops with mint sauce. Very easy to make and full of flavor!

Provided by Lari K

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb     Chops

Time 39m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 lamb chops
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup mint leaves
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Brush lamb chops with 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with rosemary, salt, and pepper. Marinate in the refrigerator, 15 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet. Cook lamb chops until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Combine mint leaves, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a blender; blend until smooth. Drizzle over lamb chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.5 g, Cholesterol 112.5 mg, Fat 42.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 125.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CHEF JOHN'S GRILLED LAMB WITH MINT ORANGE SAUCE



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Using a blend of Mediterranean herbs and spices and a touch of cinnamon, these tender grilled lamb chops are served with orange and fresh mint sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb     Chops

Time 4h25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds lamb loin chops
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon mixed herbs - Italian, Greek, or French blend
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt as needed
¼ cup orange marmalade
1 pinch hot chili flakes
½ tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Place lamb chops in a large bowl. Season with olive oil, garlic, cumin, mixed herbs, pepper, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, and salt. Toss until well coated with oil and seasonings. Cover and refrigerate. Allow to marinate at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Place lamb chops on grill. Sprinkle the chops with a bit of salt. Grill until seared on the first side, 4 to 7 minutes depending on the size of the chops. Rotate chops a half turn on the grill about a minute before turning them. Turn and grill the other side to desired doneness, another 4 to 7 minutes. For medium rare, an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should bead 125 to 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Transfer to a serving dish and tent loosely with foil.
  • Place marmalade in bowl. Add chili flakes, mint, and rice vinegar. Stir together thoroughly.
  • Brush the sauce over the chops and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 107.6 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 125.5 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

LAMB CHOPS WITH FRESH MINT



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Think of this as a fresher, more updated take on classic lamb chops with mint jelly.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar
2/3 cup chopped mint
Kosher salt and ground pepper
8 lamb chops (each 3 ounces, 3/4-inch thick), frenched

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, 2 teaspoons of the oil, and the sugar. Add mint and stir to combine. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, and add the remaining olive oil.
  • Season lamb with salt and pepper. Working in batches, cook chops in skillet until medium rare, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and tent with foil. Let rest 5 minutes.
  • Top with the mint mixture and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 g, Fat 26 g

GRILLED LAMB CHOPS WITH MINT



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves, chopped, plus more for sprinkling
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Sea salt
12 small rib lamb chops (about 2 1/3 pounds)
2 cloves garlic, smashed

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Mix the olive oil, mint, red pepper flakes, and salt to taste in a bowl. Rub the lamb chops all over with the garlic. Transfer a few tablespoons of the mint oil to a small bowl and brush on the chops.
  • Grill the chops until charred, 3 to 4 minutes per side. (Press the middle of a chop with your finger: It should be slightly firm with a little give for medium-rare doneness.) Transfer to a platter and brush with some of the remaining mint oil. Sprinkle with mint and serve with more mint oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calorie, Fat 17 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 62 milligrams, Sodium 185 milligrams, Carbohydrate 1 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 0 grams

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, choose high-quality lamb chops that are well-marbled.
  • To ensure even cooking, bring the lamb chops to room temperature before cooking.
  • Season the lamb chops generously with salt and pepper before cooking.
  • Sear the lamb chops in a hot pan until they are browned on both sides.
  • Reduce the heat and cook the lamb chops over medium heat until they are cooked to your desired doneness.
  • Let the lamb chops rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Garnish the lamb chops with fresh mint leaves and drizzle with mint oil before serving.

Conclusion:

Lamb chops with mint oil is a flavorful and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The lamb chops are juicy and tender, and the mint oil adds a refreshing and aromatic flavor. This dish is sure to impress your guests.

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