SPICED LAMB CHOPS WITH FENNEL AND CUCUMBER
One of the quickest-cooking cuts out there, lamb loin chops are leaner than a rib chop, with a very mild lamb flavor. Seasoning them simply with salt and pepper would be enough, but a good sprinkle of crushed fennel seed and plenty of black pepper adds excellent crispy, crunchy bits to the seared meat. Serve squeezed with lemon and scattered with herbs alongside a cucumber salad, or with an herby bowl of rice or other grains.
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories dinner, quick, weekday, meat, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Using a knife, mortar and pestle or spice grinder, finely chop or coarsely grind fennel seed. (Just grind it enough to break down the whole seeds: You're not looking for a powder.)
- Season lamb with salt, pepper and fennel seed.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place lamb fat-side-down in the skillet and cook until it's a good golden brown, about 2 minutes. (This also renders some of the fat, which you'll sear the meat in.) Using tongs, turn the lamb and cook until it's nicely browned on each side, 1 to 2 minutes per side, which will give you medium-rare meat. Transfer lamb to a cutting board to rest for at least 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss sliced fennel bulb, cucumber and shallot in a medium bowl. Zest and juice 1 lemon and add to the fennel. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve lamb chops whole on a large serving platter, or slice lamb away from the bone or rib about 1/4-inch thick, then transfer to a large serving platter or divide among plates. Cut remaining lemon in half and squeeze over lamb. Scatter with dill or mint and serve alongside fennel salad and cooked grains, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 230, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 390 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Johnny Perez
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The lamb chops were incredibly tender and flavorful. The fennel and cucumber added a nice crunch and freshness. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Jidn Khan
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The lamb chops were cooked perfectly and the fennel and cucumber added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Ubaid Riaz
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook lamb chops. The lamb chops were cooked perfectly and the fennel and cucumber added a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.
Jitendra YadaV Jitendra
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The lamb chops were cooked perfectly and the fennel and cucumber added a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.
md shakilahmed
[email protected]This recipe was delicious! The lamb chops were cooked perfectly and the fennel and cucumber added a nice pop of flavor. I would highly recommend this recipe.
Sahed Rahman
[email protected]I love this recipe! The lamb chops were cooked perfectly and the fennel and cucumber added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.
samweli daniel
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The lamb chops were incredibly tender and flavorful. The fennel and cucumber added a nice crunch and freshness. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone.
Chimamanda Evidence
[email protected]This was my first time cooking lamb chops and they turned out amazing! The recipe was easy to follow and the lamb chops were cooked to perfection. The fennel and cucumber added a nice pop of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Saroj Mabato
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The lamb chops were cooked perfectly and the fennel and cucumber added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Victor Emmanuel
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The lamb chops were incredibly juicy and flavorful. The fennel and cucumber added a nice crunch and freshness. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Fred Ombongi
[email protected]5 stars! I made this for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect complement.
M Ifrahim
[email protected]This recipe was absolutely delicious! The lamb chops were cooked perfectly and the fennel and cucumber added a refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again.