Herb-Crusted Lolipop Lamb Chops

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Ingredients:

  • 8 lollipop lamb chops (French-trimmed)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • Optional: a squeeze of lemon juice for finishing

Instructions:

  1. Prep the Marinade:
    In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix into a paste.

  2. Season the Lamb:
    Pat lamb chops dry with a paper towel. Rub the herb mixture all over both sides of each chop. Let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature (or refrigerate for up to 4 hours, then bring to room temp before cooking).

  3. Cook the Chops:
    Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. When hot, sear the lamb chops for about 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if desired. You want a nice golden crust.

  4. Rest & Serve:
    Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Optionally, drizzle with a little lemon juice before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve with roasted potatoes, a fresh arugula salad, or over creamy mashed cauliflower. They also pair beautifully with a mint yogurt sauce or chimichurri.