Herby Redcurrant Lamb Chops

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 6

Herby Redcurrant Lamb Chops recipe perfect for a fancy dinner

by The Chefin Lamb

Prep

70 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

325

Sugar

12g

Fat

15g

Herby Redcurrant Lamb Chops are a delicious and elegant way to enjoy lamb. The red wine vinegar and red currant jelly marinade paired with fresh rosemary add a bright and sophisticated flavor to the dish. These lamb chops are perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in with a glass of wine. Although lamb can be quite expensive, it is worth the price for the taste and pleasure it provides. Serve alongside a fresh salad or seasonal vegetables for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, mix red wine vinegar, red currant jelly, rosemary leaves, and sliced garlic.
2.	Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper.
3.	Add the lamb chops to the bowl and let marinate for at least 1 hour.
4.	Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
5.	Remove the lamb chops from the marinade, and pat dry. Reserve the marinade.
6.	Cook the lamb chops for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and caramelized.
7.	Add the reserved marinade to the pan, and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
8.	Let the lamb chops rest for about 5 minutes before serving with the pan juices.
9.

PROS

This recipe is easy to prepare, yet perfect for a fancy dinner party.
The lamb chops are flavorful and tender, and the pan juices add extra depth of flavor.

CONS

Lamb can be quite expensive, and this recipe does require a marinating time of at least 1 hour.
Also, lamb is not a meat that is enjoyed by everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is high in protein and provides essential minerals such as iron and zinc. Lamb is also a great source of vitamin B12, which supports a healthy nervous system. The rosemary used in this recipe is an anti-inflammatory herb and can help improve digestion.

	4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
	2 tablespoons red currant jelly
	6 sprigs fresh rosemary
	2 garlic cloves , thinly sliced
	4 lamb loin chops , trimmed of fat
	1 tablespoon olive oil