Ontario Lamb Loin with Saskatoon Berry Chutney

Name: Ontario Lamb Loin with Saskatoon Berry Chutney
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1 1/2-pound) lamb loins, trimmed and tied at 1-inch intervals; 1 cup fine bread crumbs; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon minced fresh mint; 2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; Saskatoonberry Chutney, recipe follows; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeds and stem removed, minced; 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3 cups fresh Saskatoon berries (about 2 pints), rinsed and drained (any fresh berries can be substituted); 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar

Servings: persons

2 (1 1/2-pound) lamb loins, trimmed and tied at 1-inch intervals
1 cup fine bread crumbs
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Saskatoonberry Chutney, recipe follows
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 jalapeno pepper, seeds and stem removed, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 cups fresh Saskatoon berries (about 2 pints), rinsed and drained (any fresh berries can be substituted)
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1/4 cup balsamic or apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh mint

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2
In a small bowl combine the bread crumbs, oil, ginger, mint, Essence, cumin, salt, and pepper, and mix well.
3
Place the loins in a roasting pan and pat with the breadcrumb mixture to make a crust.
4
Roast for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a meat thermometer registers 125 degrees F for medium-rare.
5
Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 15 minutes before carving.
6
Serve with Saskatoonberry Chutney.
7
Beverage Suggestion: Mission Hill Merlot 1999
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Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
9
Recipe from New New Orleans Cooking, by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch.
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Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
11
In a heavy saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat.
12
Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook, stirring, until soft, about 4 minutes.
13
Add the garlic, pepper, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, salt and pepper flakes, and cook for 1 minute, stirring.
14
Add the berries, sugar, and vinegar and simmer over low heat until thickened and reduced, about 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
15
Add the mint and cook 2 minutes.
16
Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature before serving.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 32 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (1 1/2-pound) lamb loins, trimmed and tied at 1-inch intervals, 1 cup fine bread crumbs, 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Ontario Lamb Loin with Saskatoon Berry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!