SPICE-MARINATED AND GRILLED LAMB CHOPS

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You don't need a roaring-hot grill for this lamb chops recipe. Grilling them over moderate heat will allow some of the fat to soften and render.

Provided by Harneet Baweja

Categories     Bon Appétit     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Lamb     Lamb Chop     Spice     Chile Pepper     Ginger     Lime Juice

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 serrano chile, finely grated
1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely grated
4 garlic cloves, finely grated
1/4 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon mustard oil (optional)
1 teaspoon dried mango powder (amchoor; optional)
1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon finely grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder or paprika, plus more for serving
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for grill
12 lamb rib chops (about 2 1/4 pounds total), frenched
Kosher salt
Mint leaves, cilantro leaves with tender stems, and lemon wedges (for serving)
Special Equipment
A spice mill or mortar and pestle

Steps:

  • Toast fennel seeds in a dry small skillet over medium heat, shaking pan often, until fragrant, about 45 seconds; let cool. Finely grind in spice mill or with mortar and pestle. Transfer to a large bowl; add in chile, ginger, garlic, crème fraîche, lime juice, mustard oil (if using), mango powder (if using), fenugreek leaves, pepper, nutmeg, 1 tsp. chili powder, and 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil and mix well. Season lamb chops with salt and add to marinade; turn to coat. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
  • Let lamb chops sit at room temperature 1 hour before grilling.
  • Prepare a grill for medium heat; oil grate. Grill lamb to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a platter; let rest 5-10 minutes.
  • Top lamb with mint and cilantro and dust with more chili powder. Serve with lemon wedges.
  • Do Ahead
  • Lamb can be marinated 12 hours ahead. Keep chilled.

MD ismailkhan
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I'm a huge fan of lamb chops and this recipe is one of my favorites. The marinade is perfect and the chops are always cooked perfectly.


Raju Dahal
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This is my go-to recipe for lamb chops. They're always delicious and everyone loves them.


Patricia Lee Arroyo
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I love this recipe! The lamb chops are always tender and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Abdi Usman40
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These lamb chops were easy to make and turned out great! The marinade was simple but effective, and the chops were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


winnie gotsilemang
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The lamb chops were very tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Kalu Grace
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! The lamb chops were tender and juicy, and the marinade was flavorful without being overpowering. Everyone loved them!


Miss bloch Miss bloch
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The lamb chops were delicious! The marinade was flavorful and the chops were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Rudy Umpherville
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The lamb chops were very flavorful and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


TUNAR GARAZADE
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I followed the recipe exactly and the lamb chops turned out amazing. The spice marinade was perfect and the chops were so tender and juicy. My family loved them!


Amariah Martinez
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These lamb chops were absolutely delicious! The marinade was flavorful and the chops were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.