Pistachio-Crusted Lamb Chops
Welcome, heart-healthy food enthusiasts, to another enticing culinary experience! Today, we’re stepping up the flavorful heartbeat of our kitchen with a classic dish – Pistachio-Crusted Lamb Chops. These chops don’t just bring a gust of gourmet delight to your dinner table but contribute to a wholesome lifestyle, given their rich nutrition profile. Ready to sail on this flavorful adventure? Let’s go!
Ingredients
- 4 lamb chops
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios finely crushed
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- A handful of fresh rosemary sprigs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Zest and juice of one lemon
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C.
- Season the lamb chops generously with salt, crushed black pepper, and minced garlic.
- In a separate bowl, mix crushed pistachios, lemon zest, and chopped rosemary.
- Brush each chop with Dijon mustard, then press the pistachio mixture onto the lamb chops, ensuring they’re well coated.
- In an ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the lamb chops and sear each side for about 2 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes depending on how you prefer your lamb chops.
- Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.
Notes
For an appealing finish, garnish the lamb chops with extra crushed pistachios and rosemary sprigs.
For a vegetarian version, use eggplant slices or portobello mushrooms instead of lamb.
Consider poppy seeds or almond flakes if you’re short on pistachios.
For a vegetarian version, use eggplant slices or portobello mushrooms instead of lamb.
Consider poppy seeds or almond flakes if you’re short on pistachios.