Maple And Apple Braised Lamb Shoulder Chops Recipe

Name: Maple And Apple Braised Lamb Shoulder Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 shoulder lamb chops; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup apple juice; 1/2 cup chicken stock; 1/3 cup maple syrup; 2 tablespoons lemon juice or 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 large granny smith apple, peeled and thinly sliced; 8 seeded prunes, sliced; salt and fresh pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1
Trim the chops of external fat and season to taste with salt and pepper.
2
Heat the oil in a large, heavy based pan and saute the chops on a high heat for 2 minutes each side or until browned.
3
Combine the apple juice, stock, maple syrup and lemon juice and add to the pan.
4
Reduce heat, cover and simmer over a low heat for 30-40 minutes or until lamb is very tender.
5
Remove lamb from pan, cover with foil and keep warm.
6
Boil the remaining juices until thick and syrupy.
7
Return the lamb for a few minutes to heat through and coat well with the sauce.
8
Serve the Lamb chops with the mashed potatoes or squash and spoon the sauce, apples and prunes over the chops.

768

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 shoulder lamb chops, salt & freshly ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup apple juice, and more.

Yes, Maple And Apple Braised Lamb Shoulder Chops 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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Maple And Apple Braised Lamb Shoulder Chops

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Variations & substitutions

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