Sesame Lamb Chops with Potato and Green Bean Salad

Name: Sesame Lamb Chops with Potato and Green Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce; 3 tablespoons Asian sesame oil; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon finely grated ginger; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon honey; Four 6-ounce lamb loin chops, cut 1 1/2 inches thick; 3 tablespoons finely chopped basil; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 pound fingerling or new potatoes, quartered if large; 3/4 pound thin green beans, trimmed

Servings: persons

1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons Asian sesame oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon finely grated ginger
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon honey
Four 6-ounce lamb loin chops, cut 1 1/2 inches thick
3 tablespoons finely chopped basil
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound fingerling or new potatoes, quartered if large
3/4 pound thin green beans, trimmed

1
In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce with the sesame oil, vinegar, ginger, garlic and honey.
2
Pour half the mixture into a small baking dish, add the chops and turn to coat.
3
Let stand for 10 minutes, turning once.
4
Add the basil and olive oil to the remaining marinade.
5
Light a grill or preheat the broiler.
6
In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the potatoes until tender, about 10 minutes.
7
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the potatoes to a bowl.
8
Add the beans to the boiling water and cook until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes; drain and pat dry.
9
Add the beans and the soy-basil dressing to the potatoes and toss.
10
Cover with foil and keep warm.
11
Remove the chops from the marinade and pat dry.
12
Grill over moderate heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium rare.
13
Transfer the chops to plates, add the potato and bean salad and serve.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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: 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 tablespoons Asian sesame oil, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon finely grated ginger, and more.

Yes, Sesame Lamb Chops with Potato and Green Bean Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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