Lamb loin with chocolate port sauce recipe

Name: Lamb loin with chocolate port sauce recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 0.5 lamb loin, 800g - 900g; 2 packs salami and/or prosciutto; 1 bunch of mint; 1 glug olive oil; 400 ml (14.1fl oz) beef stock; 100 ml (3.5fl oz) ruby port; 1 cardamom pod; 1 clove garlic; 1 bay leaf; 1 star anise; 3 black peppercorns; 1 tsp soy sauce; 20 g (0.7oz) high-quality dark chocolate

Servings: persons

0.5 lamb loin, 800g - 900g
2 packs salami and/or prosciutto
1 bunch of mint
1 glug olive oil
400 ml (14.1fl oz) beef stock
100 ml (3.5fl oz) ruby port
1 cardamom pod
1 clove garlic
1 bay leaf
1 star anise
3 black peppercorns
1 tsp soy sauce
20 g (0.7oz) high-quality dark chocolate

1
For the sauce: bring the stock and port to the boil and add the spices.
2
Simmer for an hour, then strain.
3
Return to the heat and boil to reduce.
4
When you have about 100ml, stir in the chocolate and the soy sauce.
5
Unwrap the lamb and fry in olive oil for 1 minute on each side, then transfer to a 200 degrees C oven and cook for another 8-10 minutes, to medium rare.
6
While the lamb is resting, finely chop the mint leaves and spread out on the board.
7
Roll the lamb in the mint to give it a green coating, then slice the lamb and plate.
8
Spoon the sauce over each dish and serve with salad leaves and salami or prosciutto.

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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: 0.5 lamb loin, 800g - 900g, 2 packs salami and/or prosciutto, 1 bunch of mint, 1 glug olive oil, and more.

Yes, Lamb loin with chocolate port sauce recipe 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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