Lamb with Couscous and Minted Fruit Chutney Recipe

Name: Lamb with Couscous and Minted Fruit Chutney
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil (preferably extra-virgin); 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon (packed) chopped fresh rosemary; 4 1 1/4-inch-thick lamb loin chops, trimmed; 1 3/4 cups water; 1/4 cup dried tart cherries; 1/4 cup diced dried apricots; 1/4 cup dried cranberries; 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint; 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; 1 10-ounce box couscous

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon (packed) chopped fresh rosemary
4 1 1/4-inch-thick lamb loin chops, trimmed
1 3/4 cups water
1/4 cup dried tart cherries
1/4 cup diced dried apricots
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 10-ounce box couscous

1
Mix oil, garlic and rosemary in 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish.
2
Add lamb; turn to coat.
3
Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 4 hours, turning occasionally.
4
Mix water, cherries, apricots and cranberries in heavy medium saucepan.
5
Bring to boil.
6
Reduce heat and simmer until water is absorbed and fruits are tender, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
7
Remove from heat.
8
Stir in mint and vinegar.
9
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
10
Cool chutney slightly.
11
Prepare couscous according to package instructions.
12
Preheat broiler.
13
Season lamb with salt and pepper.
14
Transfer lamb to broiler pan.
15
Broil to desired doneness, about 6 minutes per side for medium-rare.
16
Transfer lamb to plates.
17
Top with chutney.
18
Spoon couscous alongside.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil (preferably extra-virgin), 4 garlic cloves, minced, 1 teaspoon (packed) chopped fresh rosemary, 4 1 1/4-inch-thick lamb loin chops, trimmed, and more.

Yes, Lamb with Couscous and Minted Fruit Chutney 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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Lamb with Couscous and Minted Fruit Chutney

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