Lamb Chops with Fresh Herb Yogurt Recipe

Name: Lamb Chops with Fresh Herb Yogurt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lamb rib chops (3 pounds); 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 3/4 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 1 shallot, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 cup plain, whole-milk Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill; 1 small shallot, minced; 1 small garlic clove, minced; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

12 lamb rib chops (3 pounds)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 shallot, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup plain, whole-milk Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 small shallot, minced
1 small garlic clove, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Arrange the lamb chops in a large glass baking dish and season all over with the salt, sugar, mint and oregano.
2
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours but preferably overnight.
3
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, shallot and garlic.
4
Pour the mixture over the lamb chops and turn to coat.
5
Let stand for 10 minutes.
6
In a medium bowl, mix the yogurt with the lemon juice, lemon zest, mint, dill, shallot and garlic and season with salt and pepper.
7
Preheat a grill pan.
8
Grill the lamb chops over moderate heat, turning once, until pink in the center, about 7 minutes total.
9
Transfer to plates.
10
Spoon the yogurt alongside the chops and serve.

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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

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lamb rib chops (3 pounds), 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, 3/4 teaspoon sugar, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, and more.

Yes, Lamb Chops with Fresh Herb Yogurt 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 Fresh Herb Yogurt

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Variations & substitutions

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