20-Min Lamb Chops with Mint Jelly
Charred lamb chops with a bright garlic-herb glaze, finished with tangy mint jelly. A quick weeknight take on cabrito asado that tastes like you grilled all afternoon.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
- 4 chops lamb chops (1-inch thick)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 1 whole lime
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ cup mint jelly
Instructions
- 1
Pat lamb chops dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
- 2
Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 3
Sear chops 2 minutes per side without moving — they should look deeply browned and char on edges.
- 4
Push chops to the side. Add minced garlic to the empty pan space, cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 5
Toss chops with garlic and cilantro. Squeeze half the lime over the top. Transfer to a plate.
- 6
Serve chops hot with mint jelly on the side and remaining lime wedge for squeezing.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch heavy skillet (cast iron or stainless steel)
- paper towels
- tongs
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