Lamb Chops with Mint Oil
Description
Seared lamb chops seasoned with fresh rosemary are drizzled with a simple mint oil in this delicious recipe highlighting classic flavors.
Ingredients
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8 lamb chops
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1/4 cup mint leaves
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
Directions
1
Make the lamb chops: Brush chops with 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with rosemary, salt, and pepper. Marinate in the refrigerator, 15 minutes to 2 hours.
2
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet. Add chops and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
3
While the chops are cooking, make the mint oil: Combine mint leaves, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a blender; blend until smooth.
4
Drizzle mint oil over chops.