Savory Mint Lamb Chops

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In this very simple recipe, the spices, mint, garlic, and oil form a crust that helps seal in the lamb's juices. Sautéed carrots and roasted potatoes would be nice on the side.

by Epicurious·published 2006-10-11

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Servings

Makes 4 servings

Total time

35 min

prep 15 min

Calories / serving

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Ingredients (10)

serves

1/4 cup olive oilolive-oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh mintmint
4 large garlic cloves, mincedgarlic
2 teaspoons saltsalt
2 teaspoons ground cumincumin
1 teaspoon ground coriandercoriander
1 teaspoon cayenne pepperpepper
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperpepper
8 (1- to 1 1/2-inch-thick) lamb loin chops (about 5 ounces each), trimmed
Fresh mint sprigsmint

Instructions (2 steps)

01Place olive oil, chopped fresh mint, minced garlic, salt, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in small bowl; mix well. Spread herb mixture over both sides of lamb chops. Transfer chops to broiler pan. Let stand 10 minutes.
02Preheat broiler. Broil chops until brown and crusty, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Arrange chops on platter, garnish with fresh mint sprigs, and serve.

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