These mouth-watering lamb chops are so simple, yet so full of flavour that you’ll forget they were made at home. Seasoned with simple herbs and spices, these lamb chops are a great accompaniment to our Greek Chickpea Salad.
GREEK LAMB CHOPS
I don’t think I’m exaggerating when I say that these lamb chops are just as good, if not better, than chops you’d find at your favourite Greek restaurant. Whether you decide to grill them or fry them in a regular pan or cast iron skillet, these homemade Greek Lamb Chops have been a family favourite of ours for many years. This lamb chop recipe is a cherished hand-me down that was passed on from a Greek family friend many years ago. While our Sun-dried Tomato and Garlic Lamb Roast and Braised Lamb Shanks are ridiculously good, once you try these lamb chops, you will never look back!
HOW TO COOK LAMB CHOPS
The great thing about this recipe is you only need four ingredients. Aside from your lamb, you likely already have them sitting in your pantry. Once you’ve got your hands on your ingredients, you’re going to throw them together in a small jug or bowl. Then you’re going to pour your mixture over your meat and leave it to marinate. Once the lamb chops have soaked up the zesty marinade, chuck them in a hot pan and cook to perfection! That’s it! While the cooking process is simple, the flavours are not, with tangy lemon and salty garlic cutting through the rich fattiness of the lamb making for an incredible flavour explosion with every bite.
CAN THIS RECIPE BE USED FOR OTHER MEAT?
Of course! If lamb chops aren’t available at your local butcher or grocery store, you can always use lamb steaks, forequarter chops, or loin chops instead.
HOW LONG SHOULD LOIN CHOPS BE COOKED?
I like to cook them for around 3-4 minutes per side to ensure they are still juicy and pink in the centre. However, if you opt to use loin or forequarter chops, keep in mind that they take a little longer. I usually lower the heat after searing them on both sides. Cover with a lid and finish them off for a further 4 minutes until they’re done. You can also cook them a little longer for well done lamb. Turn them every minute or so until they’re cooked to how you like them. If using a meat thermometer, remove them as soon as they reach a temp of 60°C (135-145˚F) for medium. For well done, remove them at 70°C or just over (160-165˚F).
WHAT GOES WITH LAMB CHOPS
When I make these at home, I like to pair them with Crispy Greek Lemon Smashed Potatoes, Avocado Greek Salad or carve them up and serve them in Easy Garlic Flat Bread for a homemade souvlaki vibe. If you haven’t already tried this dish, we 10/10 recommend giving it a whirl. An easy and impressive dish to whip out at your next family BBQ! … Read More
