Skip the grill- we’re making these lamb chops indoors and in a pan. They’re full of flavor and don’t require any time marinating (although that would be best). Seasoned with some of my favorite spices- Aleppo pepper + Cumin. Then lots of lemon juice.
LAMB RACKS
I used Costco’s lamb racks for these. Each rack usually has about 8 chops- I used 2 racks.
CLEANING
Personally, I’m not a big fan of the gamey taste or smell of lamb so after cleaning the racks and cutting them into chops I like to soak them in cold water and vinegar for 10-15 minutes then thoroughly rinse and begin seasoning. (full video up on Instagram for it)
MARINATING
Best for at least 2 hours but I never have the patience for this so I just started cooking right away. And let me tell you- with zero marinating time… these soaked up so much flavor!
COOK TIME
This all depends on the doneness you prefer. I don’t like mine to be too well done so I did about 3 minutes per side. Also my chops were not that large. If your pieces are larger and you like them more “well done” id recommend 5-6 minutes per side. NOTE***** make sure to use very little oil at a time and don’t shallow fry! this marinate has yogurt and it will all burn!
LAMB CHOPS
Ingredients
2 RACKS OF LAMB ( 16 pieces )
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 jalapeño chopped finely
- 1 tbsp Aleppo pepper
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1.5 tsp ground cumin
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
SUMAC ONION + CILANTRO SALAD
- thinly sliced red onions
- chopped cilantro
- sprinkle of salt
- 1/2 lemon juiced
WARM NAAN/BREAD/TORTILLA
Instructions
LAMB
- after your lamb is cleaned and cut
- place all chops into a bowl with all seasoning and mix well
- in a hot pan, cook 4-6 chops at a time. do not overcrowd the pan and only using a LITTLE oil at a time cook 3 minutes per side (see notes if your chops are larger or you prefer well done)
BREAD
- lay out warm naan in serving dish and place cooked chops onto them as they all finish cooking (placing another warm piece of naan on top in between so it stays warm)
SERVE
- you want to serve these immediately.
- serve with anything on the side- side sauces or the onion and cilantro salad
- If there are any left over for the next day- air fried to heat up works best