Lamb Lollipops Recipe
American · Main course · 32 min total
These elegant lamb lollipops are frenched and marinated in a garlic-herb mixture, then seared to perfection for a juicy, flavorful appetizer or main course.
20
min prep
min prep
12
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
350
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 8 lamb rib chops (frenched)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine garlic, rosemary, thyme, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make a marinade.
- Rub the marinade all over the lamb lollipops. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
- Remove lamb from fridge 20 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot.
- Sear lamb lollipops in batches, without crowding, for 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temp 130°F).
- Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips
- To french the chops yourself, scrape meat and fat from the bone ends.
- Serve with mint jelly or a red wine reduction.
- For even cooking, use a meat thermometer.
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