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lamb shoulder chop recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: general
Description
This quick recipe elevates affordable lamb shoulder chops with an elegant apricot harissa glaze, transforming them into a restaurant-quality, family-friendly meal in under 30 minutes. The combination of sweet apricots, spicy harissa, and earthy spices creates a truly unique flavor profile.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in lamb shoulder chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/2 cup dried apricots, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon harissa paste
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Lamb and Spice Rub: Thoroughly pat dry the lamb chops. Mix the salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin, coriander, and ginger powder; rub generously onto both sides of the chops.
- Sear Chops: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned chops for 4-5 minutes per side until deeply golden brown and a rich crust forms.
- Make Apricot Harissa Glaze: While chops sear, combine the dried apricots, harissa paste, honey, apple cider vinegar, and vegetable broth in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Glaze and Finish Cooking: Reduce skillet heat to medium-low. Pour half of the prepared glaze over the chops. Continue to cook, turning and basting every 2-3 minutes, for an additional 8-12 minutes, or until the chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
- Rest and Serve: Remove chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5-10 minutes. Reheat remaining glaze and spoon over the rested chops, garnishing with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
For best results, pat the lamb chops thoroughly dry before seasoning to achieve a perfect sear and crust. Do not overcrowd the skillet; cook in batches if necessary. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure accuracy, aiming for 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, and allow the chops to rest for 5-10 minutes under loose foil to retain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: pan sear
- Cuisine: middle eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chop
- Calories: 450 calories
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg