BBQ Lamb Chops with Mint Sauce
Course: Main CourseCuisine: AustralianDifficulty: Medium
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
10
minutesCalories
300
kcal
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Ingredients
8 Lamb chops (bone-in, about 1 inch thick)
2 tbsp Olive oil
2 Cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp Fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried rosemary)
1 tbsp Fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
1 tsp Ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
- For the Mint Sauce
1 Cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
2 tbsp White vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
2 tbsp Sugar (or honey for a healthier alternative)
1/4 Cup warm water
Pinch of salt
1 tbsp Olive oil
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, ground cumin, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Rub the marinade mixture evenly over the lamb chops.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- For the mint sauce, combine the chopped mint leaves, vinegar, sugar, warm water, and salt in a small bowl.
- Stir well until the sugar dissolves.
- Add olive oil to the mint sauce mixture and stir again. Set aside for about 15 minutes.
- Preheat the BBQ grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the lamb chops on the grill and cook for 4–5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer for your preferred doneness.
- The internal temperature should reach 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, 140°F (60°C) for medium.
- Remove the lamb chops from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with the mint sauce drizzled over the chops or on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Tips:
1. Pair the lamb chops with a light salad, roasted vegetables, or a fresh cucumber salad to balance out the flavours.
2. For a more robust flavour, you can add a tablespoon of Dijon mustard or honey to the marinade.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 300kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 300mg
- Potassium: 450mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Vitamin A: 500IU
- Vitamin C: 20mg
- Calcium: 200mg
- Iron: 5mg