Lamb Cutlets With Honey, Apricots and Tarragon

Name: Lamb Cutlets With Honey, Apricots and Tarragon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅔ cup dried apricot, finely chopped; 2 cups unsalted chicken stock, preferably homemade; 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, minced; 2 ½ tablespoons honey; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon hot Thai curry paste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 lbs lamb cutlets (12) or 2 lbs pork loin chops (12); fresh tarragon sprig (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1
Soak the apricots in the stock with the minced tarragon for 3 to 4 hours.
2
Transfer the apricot mixture to a food processor.
3
Add 1 teaspoon of the honey, the lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and process until smooth.
4
Pour into a small saucepan and cook over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through.
5
Light a fire in a charcoal grill or preheat a gas grill to medium-high or pre-heat the broiler or counter top grill.
6
Combine the remaining honey, curry paste, and olive oil in a small bowl.
7
Brush the mixture over both sides of the lamb cutlets.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Grill the lamb for 3 minutes on each side for rare and 5 minutes on each side for medium.
10
To serve, arrange 3 cutlets on each serving plate and spoon the sauce over.
11
Garnish with tarragon sprigs.

842

kcal

Calories

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅔ cup dried apricot, finely chopped, 2 cups unsalted chicken stock, preferably homemade, 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, minced, 2 ½ tablespoons honey, and more.

Yes, Lamb Cutlets With Honey, Apricots and Tarragon 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!