Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata

Name: Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 chops lamb loin chops (about 1 inch thick); 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped; 2 tsp lemon zest, finely grated; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (for gremolata)

Juicy grilled lamb loin chops seasoned with garlic and rosemary, finished with a bright mint and lemon gremolata. A restaurant-quality dinner that comes together quickly.

32 minMediumServes 4540 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 chops lamb loin chops (about 1 inch thick)
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
2 tsp lemon zest, finely grated
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (for gremolata)

Instructions

1

In a small bowl, combine half the 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves, 1 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil. Rub this mixture all over the 8 chops lamb loin chops (about 1 inch thick). Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
2

Make the gremolata: stir together 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, 2 tsp finely grated lemon zest, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, the remaining garlic, and 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (for gremolata). Season to taste with a pinch of salt and set aside.
3

Preheat the grill to high heat (450-500°F / 230-260°C). Clean and oil the grates.
4

Grill the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Avoid pressing down on the chops.
5

Transfer the chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
6

Spoon the mint gremolata generously over the lamb chops and serve immediately.

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Questions

How long does Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata take?

As written, 32 minutes: 20 of prep and 12 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 1 (15 minutes): "Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes."

What oven temperature does Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata need?

For Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata, the oven is set to 500 F (about 260 C) in step 3. The target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Why rest the meat in Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata?

Step 1 reads: "Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes." Heat drives the juices toward the center. The rest in step 1 lets them spread back out, so they stay in the meat instead of running onto the board when you cut.

Is Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata low-carb?

A serving of Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata carries 4 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 20 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 4 percent.

How long does Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat in a hot skillet rather than the microwave to keep the char.

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