Grilled Lamb Shoulder Chops with Manischewitz Glaze

Name: Grilled Lamb Shoulder Chops with Manischewitz Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Two 1 1/2-pound lamb shoulder chops, cut 1 1/2 inches thick; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 cups Manischewitz Concord wine or other Concord grape wine; 2 tablespoons grape jelly, preferably Concord grape; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; Vegetable oil, for frying; 1 cup mint leaves, patted dry; 1/2 cup celery leaves; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon celery seeds; 1 whole matzo cracker, crushed into small shards; Finely grated zest of 1 lemon

Servings: persons

Two 1 1/2-pound lamb shoulder chops, cut 1 1/2 inches thick
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups Manischewitz Concord wine or other Concord grape wine
2 tablespoons grape jelly, preferably Concord grape
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup mint leaves, patted dry
1/2 cup celery leaves
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1 whole matzo cracker, crushed into small shards
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon

1
Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.
2
Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper and grill over moderate heat, turning a few times, until nicely charred outside and medium within, 15 minutes per side.
3
Transfer to a platter.
4
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, boil the wine over high heat until reduced to 1/4 cup, 15 minutes.
5
Whisk in the grape jelly and simmer for 1 minute.
6
Remove from the heat and stir in the vinegar.
7
In a small saucepan, heat 1/2 inch of oil until shimmering.
8
Add the mint and fry over high heat until crisp, 15 seconds.
9
Using a slotted spoon, transfer it to paper towels to drain.
10
Add the celery leaves and fry until crisp, 30 seconds.
11
Drain on paper towels.
12
Generously brush the hot lamb chops with the glaze.
13
Sprinkle the chops with the coriander and celery seeds.
14
Coat the fat edge of the chops with the matzo.
15
Scatter the fried mint and celery leaves and the lemon zest over the lamb.
16
Each chop serves two people.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Two 1 1/2-pound lamb shoulder chops, cut 1 1/2 inches thick, Salt and freshly ground pepper, 1 1/2 cups Manischewitz Concord wine or other Concord grape wine, 2 tablespoons grape jelly, preferably Concord grape, and more.

Yes, Grilled Lamb Shoulder Chops with Manischewitz Glaze falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!