Grilled Lamb Chops Mint (Printable Format)
Juicy lamb chops grilled and served with a refreshing mint and herb sauce, perfect for special dinners.
# What You Need:
→ Lamb Chops
01 - 8 lamb rib chops, approximately 1 inch thick each
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Mint Sauce
07 - 1 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
08 - ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
11 - 2 teaspoons sugar
12 - ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
13 - ¼ teaspoon salt
14 - ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over each lamb chop. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
02 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
03 - Grill the lamb chops for 3 to 4 minutes on each side to achieve medium-rare doneness, or cook to preferred level. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together chopped mint, parsley, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined.
05 - Plate the grilled lamb chops and serve immediately with the mint sauce drizzled on top or offered on the side.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- This recipe transforms simple lamb chops into an elegant dish with a burst of fresh herb flavor you'll want to share with everyone you know
- The mint sauce gives a surprising zing that quickly became my signature at dinner parties
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- Marinating the lamb for at least 15 minutes makes all the difference in flavor and tenderness
- Letting the meat rest after grilling allows the juices to redistribute, keeping every bite juicy and rich
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- Use tongs to turn the lamb chops gently so the rub stays intact
- The mint sauce improves if you let it sit for at least 10 minutes to blend the flavors before serving