Lamb Shoulder Chops With Apples And Prunes Recipe

Name: Lamb Shoulder Chops With Apples And Prunes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup brandy; 1 teaspoon cider vinegar; 10 pitted prunes, chopped; 1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf; 4 (1/2-inch-thick) lamb shoulder chops (about 1/2 pound each); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 Gala apple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth

Servings: persons

1/4 cup brandy
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
10 pitted prunes, chopped
1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf
4 (1/2-inch-thick) lamb shoulder chops (about 1/2 pound each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 Gala apple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup finely chopped shallot
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth

1
Combine brandy, vinegar, prunes, and bay leaf and let stand until ready to use.
2
Pat lamb chops dry and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until it shimmers. Cook lamb, turning once, 6 to 7 minutes total for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate and let stand, loosely covered. Discard fat from skillet.
3
Add butter and apple to skillet and saute over medium-high heat until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Add shallot and garlic and saute 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add prune mixture. Boil until liquid is reduced to a glaze. Add chicken broth and any meat juices from plate and simmer, crushing prunes with a fork, until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and discard bay leaf. Serve over lamb.

539

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Protein

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup brandy, 1 teaspoon cider vinegar, 10 pitted prunes, chopped, 1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Lamb Shoulder Chops With Apples And Prunes falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Lamb Shoulder Chops With Apples And Prunes

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