Lamb Chops with Chermoula Recipe

Name: Lamb Chops with Chermoula
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 red onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup chopped mint; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/4 tsp smoked sweet paprika; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 12 lamb rib chops; 4 ripe plum tomatoes, chopped; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Servings: persons

1 red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup chopped mint
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp smoked sweet paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 lamb rib chops
4 ripe plum tomatoes, chopped
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

1
To make the chermoula, combine the red onion, 1/2 cup of the oil, 3 tbsp each of the mint and cilantro, the lemon zest and juice, the garlic, cumin, coriander, and paprika in a bowl.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Add the lamb chops and mix well to coat in the chermoula.
4
Let stand 30 minutes.
5
Mix the tomatoes, vinegar, remaining 2 tbsp oil, and 1 tbsp each mint and cilantro in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
6
Preheat a broiler or build a hot fire in an outdoor grill.
7
Remove the chops from the marinade.
8
Broil or grill for about 5 minutes per side, until browned.
9
Serve the lamb hot, with the tomato salad.

1187

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* 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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 red onion, finely chopped, 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup chopped mint, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and more.

Yes, Lamb Chops with Chermoula 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!

Lamb Chops with Chermoula

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Variations & substitutions

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