Lamb chops with rosemary, garlic and olive oil

Tender lamb chops, marinated with rosemary, garlic and olive oil, seared and cooked until perfectly juicy. A classic Mediterranean dish that harmonizes perfectly with a fruity Primitivo.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Marinating time (minimum) 30

Total Time 50

Course Main course, Meat dish

Cuisine French, Italian, Mediterranean

Servings People

Calories 650 kcal

Cooking utensils

1 Grill pan or grill
1 Cutting board & knife
1 Small bowl for the marinade
1 Kitchen brush or spoon

Ingredients

4 Lamb chops approx. 250-300 g in total
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Garlic cloves finely chopped
2 Sprigs of fresh rosemary finely chopped
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground
½ teaspoon chili flakes optional, for more spice

Preparation

Marinate the lamb chops:

Mix the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper and chili flakes in a bowl.
Rub the lamb chops with the marinade and leave to marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (preferably 2 hours).

Grill or fry the lamb chops:

Heat a grill pan to a high temperature (alternatively preheat the grill).
Fry the chops over a high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until they have a nice crust.
Remove from the heat and leave to rest for 5 minutes.

Serve:

Arrange the lamb chops on a plate.
Add a little sea salt and olive oil to taste.

Recommended side dishes

Rosemary potatoes from the oven
Grilled vegetables (peppers, zucchinis, eggplants)
Fresh rocket salad with lemon dressing

Nutritional values per portion

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 48g

Keyword Garlic, Lamb chops, Mediterranean cuisine, Olive oil, Primitivo, Rosemary, Wine & Food Pairing

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