Lemon-Garlic Lamb Chops with Yogurt Sauce

1. 1

   Drain yogurt in a sieve lined with a double thickness of cheesecloth at room temperature 20 minutes.

2. 2

   Stir together with garlic, mint, and salt and pepper to taste.

3. 3

   Stir together lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and 2 tablespoons oil in a shallow baking dish.

4. 4

   Add lamb chops, turning to coat, and marinate 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove lamb from marinade, reserving marinade, and season with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then saute chops in 2 batches, without crowding, about 2 minutes on each side for medium-rare.

7. 7

   Transfer to plates.

8. 8

   Boil reserved marinade in skillet with water 1 minute and pour over chops.

9. 9

   Serve chops with yogurt sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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