Saffron Lamb Chops With Raita Recipe

Name: Saffron Lamb Chops With Raita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup onion roughly chopped; 1/4 cup cilantro; 1 cup plain whole milk yogurt; 1 teaspoon coriander; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 3/4 cup cucumber seeded and roughly chopped; 8 loin lamb chops small, about 2 oz. each; 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads; 1 clove garlic minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons olive oil divided

Servings: persons

1/4 cup onion roughly chopped
1/4 cup cilantro
1 cup plain whole milk yogurt
1 teaspoon coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup cucumber seeded and roughly chopped
8 loin lamb chops small, about 2 oz. each
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
1 clove garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil divided

1
Place all Raita ingredients in blender. Pulse on setting 2 (chop) 10-12 times until finely chopped but not pureed. Store in refrigerator until ready to use.
2
Combine saffron, garlic, salt and pepper in small bowl. Rub into lamb chops and let sit at room temperature 15 minutes.
3
Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in skillet over medium - high heat. Working in batches, sear lamb chops 2-3 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer to plate and cover while cooking remaining lamb chops.
4
Serve immediately with Raita.

666

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup onion roughly chopped, 1/4 cup cilantro, 1 cup plain whole milk yogurt, 1 teaspoon coriander, and more.

Yes, Saffron Lamb Chops With Raita 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.

Saffron Lamb Chops With Raita

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