Lamb Cutlets With Smashed Peas And Mint Sauce

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   Heat the olive oil in a frying pan until very hot.

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   Sprinkle in the salt.

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   Cook lamb cutlets for about 4 minutes on each side for medium and a little longer if you want them well done.

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   For the Smashed Peas: Heat the olive oil in a medium size frying pan.

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   Add the shallots and saute until tender. Set aside.

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   Heat chicken stock in a small pot until boiling.

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   Drain and reserve 1/3 cup of the liquid.

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   Simmer for 1 minute, stirring frequently.

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   Remove from heat and roughly mash using a potato masher.

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    Stir in the parmesan and season with salt and pepper.

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    For the Mint Sauce:Place 1 cup of the mint in a food processor, reserving the leftover 1/4 cup mint for later.

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    Add the vinegar and process until pureed.

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    Scrape into a small saucepan and add the honey and lemon grass.

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    Cook and stir over medium heat until the honey has dissolved.

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    Reduce the heat to simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes.

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    Strain the sauce into a small serving bowl and let cool.

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    Chop the remaining mint and mix into the strained sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.