GRILLED LAMB LOIN CHOPS | Juicy & Tender!

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Perfectly prepared GRILLED LAMB LOIN CHOPS, topped with a spoonful of fragrant mint chimichurri – it doesn’t get much better than this!

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The goal of this post is threefold; first, we wanted to add some superior grilled lamb into our mix of barbecue recipes. Lamb’s pleasing flavour, combined with its softness and juiciness, makes it a unique change from the normal summer fare and a favourite among meat-lovers the world over.

We also wanted to share a recipe that leaves no room for error. If you’re unsure how to grill lamb and stayed away for fear of not getting it right, this recipe is for you – it works perfectly every time. Just follow our step-by-step guide and we promise you’ll have great success.

Lastly, there are times when a solid main needs nothing more than a great side, and these barbecued lamb chops are proof. Grill your lamb loin chops and head right to table with nothing more than a favourite salad; soon you’ll be enjoying something exceedingly fabulous!

Here’s the deal on one of our favourite lamb recipes:

ON THE LAMB
Shoulder, chop, rump, shank, leg or loin – which to choose? Experts remind us that much of the success of preparing lamb goes to the different ways we cook it.

In the case of lamb loin chops, there’s only one way to go - grilling. Think of them as petit T-bone steaks. On one side of the chop, you’ll find the lamb loin and on the other, the filet. Grilling them sears in the flavours while keeping them moist and very tender.

CUT AND PASTE
This cut of meat is especially perfect when enhanced with bold flavours. In this recipe, we create a marinade that is a pungent, bold-flavoured paste with rosemary, garlic and kosher salt. It’s rubbed into the chops after they’ve been lightly coated in oil, ensuring it sticks to the chops during grilling.

GOOD GRILL
As I explain in the video, I had my butcher cut some very thick chops in half to give me smaller chops, about 1-inch thick. Cooking them on a hot grill (450°F) for about 2 minutes per side does the trick. The loin chops come off the grill tender and juicy with medium-rare to medium doneness. Wait until you take your first bite!

A good rule is to stay at the grill during the grilling process. There may be the occasional flare up, so you’ll want to be there to move the chops around to keep things controlled. I also always go to grill with a fork and knife at the ready. Never be too proud to check doneness, even in front of (hungry) guests – just make sure the “tested” chops make it to your plate and not someone else’s.

MINTED
We were in the middle of shooting this story and thought to serve the chops with a side of our CHIMICHURRI. As tantalizing as that sounded, I had a moment of inspiration: what would happen if we made chimichurri but swapped the oregano and parsley for mint? The result is fabulous and I bet mint chimichurri will be your new go-to for grilled lamb recipes.

Your next adventure in grilling is about to go off the charts with this GRILLED LAMB LOIN CHOPS. Bon appétit!

INGREDIENTS
16 1-inch thick lamb chops (about 3½ pounds)
¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil
For the paste:
½ cup of fresh rosemary
7 cloves of garlic
1 tablespoon of kosher salt

For the mint chimichurri:
1 cup of fresh mint
3 cloves of garlic
1 teaspoon of kosher salt
1 teaspoon of red chili flakes
1 teaspoon of black pepper
2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS
1) Prepare the mint chimichurri: Chop the rosemary, garlic, chili flakes, salt, pepper and red wine vinegar with a food processor or hand chopper. With the machine running, slowly add the oil to create a thinner sauce. Reserve.
2) Prepare the lamb: Chop the rosemary and garlic with a food processor set to pulse. Add the salt and pulse some more to create a chunky paste. Place the lamb chops into a large bowl and toss in the oil to coat. Rub the paste into each chop. Transfer to a platter and bring to room temperature for about one hour before grilling.
3) Grill the chops: Preheat barbecue to 450°F. Place the chops onto the grill, spacing them out evenly across the surface. Grill for two minutes before flipping the chops and cooking them for an additional 2 minutes. Check that the doneness is to your liking before transferring them to a serving plate or platter. Serve with a favourite side accompanied by the mint chimichurri.



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