Herbed Lamb Chops with Homemade Ketchup Recipe

Name: Herbed Lamb Chops with Homemade Ketchup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce or tomato puree; 1 small onion, peeled and quartered, root end left intact; 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 cinnamon stick or a pinch of ground cinnamon; 1 pound (about 8 or 9) baby lamb chops; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons herbes de Provence

Servings: persons

1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce or tomato puree
1 small onion, peeled and quartered, root end left intact
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 cinnamon stick or a pinch of ground cinnamon
1 pound (about 8 or 9) baby lamb chops
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons herbes de Provence

1
For the ketchup: Place the tomato sauce, onion, vinegar, sugar, tomato paste, salt, and cinnamon stick (or ground cinnamon, if using) in a medium saucepan.
2
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thick, about 1 hour.
3
Remove the onion and cinnamon stick and discard.
4
Cool for 30 minutes and refrigerate until ready to use (can be refrigerated for up to 1 week).
5
For the lamb chops: Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill.
6
Season the chops on both sides with salt and pepper.
7
Drizzle with oil and sprinkle the herbes de Provence on both sides.
8
Grill on each side until medium-rare, 2 to 3 minutes.
9
Cool for 5 minutes and serve with the ketchup.
10
Cook's Note: The lamb chops can also be roasted or broiled in a preheated 475 degrees F oven for 6 to 7 minutes.

585

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce or tomato puree, 1 small onion, peeled and quartered, root end left intact, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed, and more.

Yes, Herbed Lamb Chops with Homemade Ketchup 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.

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Herbed Lamb Chops with Homemade Ketchup

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