How to Make Chef John's Grilled Lamb with Mint Orange Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a show-stopping dish to impress your dinner guests, look no further than Chef John's Grilled Lamb with Mint Orange Sauce. This elegant and flavorful recipe combines the earthy richness of grilled lamb with the bright, zesty flavors of mint and orange, creating a dish that is sure to delight the senses.

Chef John has perfected the art of grilling lamb, and his technique results in tender, succulent meat with a perfectly charred exterior. The smoky flavor of the gr...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds lamb loin chops
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon mixed herbs - Italian, Greek, or French blend
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • salt to taste
  • ¼ cup orange marmalade
  • 1 pinch hot chili flakes
  • ½ tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 5

  • Place lamb chops in a large bowl. Season with olive oil, garlic, cumin, mixed herbs, pepper, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, and salt. Toss until well coated with oil and seasonings. Cover and refrigerate. Allow to marinate at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Place lamb chops on grill. Sprinkle chops with a bit of salt. Grill until seared on the first side, 4 to 7 minutes depending on the size of the chops. Rotate chops a half turn on the grill about a minute before turning them. Turn and grill other side to desired doneness, another 4 to 7 minutes. For medium rare, an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should bead 125 to 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Transfer to a serving dish and tent loosely with foil.
  • Place marmalade in a bowl. Add chili flakes, mint, and rice vinegar. Stir together thoroughly.
  • Brush sauce over the chops and serve.
  • Nutrition

    438 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 108mg
    • Sodium: 126mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 400mg