Lamb Chops Recipe - Mediterranean Style!
This Mediterranean-inspired dish features tender lamb chops marinated in a vibrant chimichurri-style vinaigrette. It is served with creamy polenta and a side of sautéed shiitake mushrooms and spinach. The lamb chops are marinated to enhance their flavor and then seared for a beautiful crust. The dish is rounded off with a fresh herb sauce and delicate polenta cakes.
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Recipe Ingredients
Marinade for Lamb Chops:
- 8 Lamb Chops
- ½ cup Garlic (or Regular) Olive Oil
- ¼ cup Aged Sherry Vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 Red Chili Pepper, chopped
- 4 Garlic Cloves, crushed
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Rosemary
For the Herb Sauce:
- 1 cup Flat-Leaf Parsley
- 1 cup Cilantro (optional)
- 7 Garlic Cloves
- 1 cup Garlic (or Regular) Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon 15ml Sherry Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon 15ml Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Red Chili Flakes (optional)
- ½ Red Onion, finely chopped
For the Spinach and Shiitake Sauté:
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 Shallot, finely chopped
- 4 ounces Shiitake Mushrooms, stems removed, sliced
- 3 cups Baby Spinach
- 4 Garlic Cloves, minced
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Recipe Instructions
Marinade the Lamb Chops
- In a bowl, combine the garlic olive oil, sherry vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, chopped chili, garlic, oregano, and rosemary.
- Add the lamb chops to the marinade and refrigerate for 2-4 hours to allow the flavors to develop.
Prepare the Herb Sauce:
- In a blender or food processor, blend parsley, cilantro (if using), garlic, olive oil, sherry vinegar, lemon juice, and mix until smooth.
- Pour into a glass bowl and add salt, pepper, red chili flakes, lemon zest, and chopped red onion. Blend well and set the sauce aside. This sauce will stay fresh in your refrigerator for one week.
Prepare Spinach and Shiitake Sauté:
- Melt butter in a pan and sauté the shallots until soft. Add the mushrooms and cook until browned, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until the spinach wilts.
- Add the garlic at the last minute to avoid burning it. Remove from heat and keep warm.
Finish Preparing the Lamb:
- Remove the lamb chops from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels. (only if you are cooking them in a frying pan). No need to dry them if you are grilling them.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with garlic olive oil and sear the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes on each side, depending on how well done you prefer them.
- Let the lamb rest for a few minutes after cooking.
Serve the Lamb Chops
- Serve the lamb chops with the polenta cakes, sautéed spinach, and shiitake mushrooms, and drizzle the herb sauce over the lamb for a fresh and tangy finish.
- Enjoy!
Pro-Tips
Marinating is Key
One of the best things you can do for your lamb chop recipe is to marinate the chops for a few hours before cooking. Marinating not only infuses the meat with flavor but also helps keep it tender during the cooking process. I love using a garlic and rosemary marinade—simple, fresh, and full of flavor. You can marinate for as little as two hours, but if you have the time, let them soak for four hours in the fridge.Bonus Pro-Tip: How to Make the Best Pesto Sauce
Now, here’s a little bonus tip for you. My pesto sauce is not your traditional basil pesto. It’s a cross between a chimichurri, pesto, and vinaigrette, which makes it incredibly versatile. Start with fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, and a bit of rosemary. Add a few cloves of garlic (because, let’s face it, garlic makes everything better), and blitz everything together with good olive oil and a splash of vinegar for acidity.Equipment - You can find the items below at our online store!
Nutrition
Calories: 917.72kcalCarbohydrates: 12.2gProtein: 86.78gFat: 56.81gSaturated Fat: 16.95gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4.37gMonounsaturated Fat: 30.86gTrans Fat: 0.23gCholesterol: 272.26mgSodium: 1773.88mgPotassium: 1552.37mgFiber: 2.93gSugar: 3.16gVitamin A: 3938.99IUVitamin C: 51.12mgCalcium: 128.89mgIron: 10.23mg