Grilled Mediterranean Lamb Chops W Fig Glaze Recipes

GRILLED LAMB WITH BROWN SUGAR GLAZE

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, mix brown sugar, ginger, tarragon, cinnamon, pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Rub lamb chops with the seasonings, and place on a plate. Cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
• Preheat grill for high heat.
• Brush grill grate lightly with oil, and arrange lamb chops on grill. Cook 5 minutes on each side, or to desired doneness.

GRILLED LAMB CHOPS WITH FRESH FIG PORT SAUCE

Steps:

• Prep the Lamb: Trim the lamb of all connective tissue and excess fat. Reserve the trimmings for the pan sauce the next day.
• Make the Marinade: Mix together all of the marinade ingredients. Pour the marinade into a resealable bag or container.
• Marinate the Lamb: Add the lamb and give it a toss to coat it in the marinade. Put it in the refrigerator overnight. Take the lamb out of the refrigerator 1/2 hour - 1 hour before you are going to grill.
• Preheat the grill.
• Start the Pan Sauce: While the grill is heating, begin making the pan sauce. In a medium skillet on medium high heat, saute the lamb trimmings until they are fully cooked and crispy. Scoop them out of the skillet, leaving the fat and the bits of meat stuck to the pan behind.
• Add the salt, shallots and garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Add the port and bring to a boil. Let the port reduce for 5 minutes, then add the chicken broth and balsamic vinegar. Bring to a boil again and reduce for 5 minutes. Take the sauce off the heat while you grill the lamb.
• Grill the Lamb: Take the lamb out of the marinade and wipe it off. You don't want all that olive oil on the grill.
• Grill the lamb on high for 3-4 minutes per side. Medium rare lamb is 125F, and medium is 135F. Use your meat thermometer to check for doneness. Set the lamb aside to rest for a few minutes while you finish up the sauce.
• Finish the Sauce: On medium heat, bring the sauce back up to a low simmer. Add the figs. Warm them through, 1-2 minutes.
• Take the sauce off the heat and add the thyme. Wait about 30 seconds, then start stirring in the butter. Once the butter has melted and the sauce is glossy, serve the fig port sauce with the lamb.

HONEY-GLAZED LAMB CHOPS

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, combine the honey, mustard, onion salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes or until heated through., Brush sauce over both sides of lamb. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°).

GRILLED LAMB CHOPS WITH GARLIC, OLIVE OIL, FRESH THYME, GRILLED LEMONS

Steps:

• Whisk together oil, garlic and thyme in a shallow large baking dish. Add the chops and turn to coat. Cover and marinate for 1 to 1 1/2 hours in the refrigerator.
• Remove the chops from the refrigerator 20 minutes before grilling. Heat grill to high and grill the chops for 5 to 6 minutes per side for medium doneness. Remove and rest for 2 minutes. Slice into individual chops.
• Brush the cut side of the lemons with the oil and grill, cut side down on high for 1 minute. Turn lemons 45 degrees to make hatch marks and remove.
• Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the platter of chops. Season with freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with fresh sprigs of oregano and dill. Serve the remaining grilled lemons on the platter with the chops.

MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED LAMB CHOP RECIPE WITH TOMATO MINT QUINOA

Steps:

• In a small bowl combine the garlic and spices with 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves and 2 tbsp of olive oil. This makes a rub for the lamb.
• Take the lamb chops and rub them each on both sides with the garlic-spice rub. Place the chops in a deep dish with 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice and onions. Cover and leave in the fridge for 1 to 4 hours.
• 20 to 25 minutes before grilling, remove the lamb chops from the fridge and let them rest at room temperature.
• Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to package instructions, adding a dash of salt and olive oil to the cooking water. (For 1 cup of quinoa, you'll add 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to medium low and simmer until water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.)
• Now let's add flavor to the cooked quinoa! In a non-stick pan, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic and cook very briefly and then add the canned diced tomato. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Now, stir in the cooked quinoa. Once warmed through, add the chopped fresh mint. Stir to combine and remove from heat. Off heat, add chopped red onions, feta cheese and more fresh mint leaves for garnish
• Time to grill the lamb chops! Heat an a gas grill (or an indoor grill pan) over high heat (make sure the grill is super hot) add the lamb chops and grill for about 2 minutes. Flip the chops over and cook for another 3 minutes for medium-rare or 3 1/2 minutes for medium (internal temperature should register 125 degrees F for medium-rare or 135 degrees F for medium). Let the chops rest for 10 minutes before serving.
• When ready to serve, transfer the tomato mint quinoa to serving bowls, top with 2 lamb chops per person. Enjoy!

BASIL GRILLED MEDITERRANEAN LAMB CHOPS

Steps:

• Pat lamb chops dry and arrange in a single layer in a shallow glass baking dish.
• Whisk Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and pepper together in a small bowl. Whisk in oil slowly until marinade is smooth. Stir in basil. Pour marinade over lamb chops, turning to coat both sides. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours.
• Bring lamb chops to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
• Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill lamb chops until browned, 5 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

GRILLED MEDITERRANEAN-SPICED LAMB CHOPS

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• In a large baking dish, combine all the ingredients-except for the lamb chops and salt-and mix until combined.
• Add the lamb chops and rub the seasoning mixture onto both sides. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, turning over the lamb chops halfway through. You can also let the lamb chops sit overnight.
• Preheat a grill, grill pan, or broiler. Remove the chops from the spice rub and salt both sides generously. Cook about 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
• Serve and enjoy.

GRILLED MEDITERRANEAN LAMB CHOPS W/ FIG GLAZE

Steps:

• 1. Combine marinade ingredients in a mixing bowl. Place lamb in the bowl and coat evenly. Put lamb and marinade in a heavy-duty zip-lock plastic bag. Seal bag. Marinate in refrigerator for 8 hours, turning occasional
• 2. Meanwhile, add the fig glaze to a small sauce pan. Reduce glaze until bubbles appear. Remove from stove
• 3. Preheat grill to medium-high hest. Coat grill rack with cooking spray; cook 4-5 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. The last few minutes of cooking time, spread glaze on lamb. Serve with your favorite side. Enjoy.

GRILLED LAMB CHOPS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, oil, oregano, and garlic powder. Generously season each side of the lamb chops with salt and pepper. Add to the lemon juice mixture and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Remove from the refrigerator about 20 minutes before cooking.
• Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high. Grill the lamb chops for 3 to 4 minutes, until slightly charred on one side. Flip and cook for 2 to 3 minutes longer for medium-rare to medium doneness. Serve hot.

GRILLED MEDITERRANEAN LAMB CHOPS WITH FIG GLAZE

Steps:

• Combine marinade ingredients in a mixing bowl. Place lamb in the bowl and coat evenly. Put lamb and marinade in a heavy-duty zip-lock plastic bag. Seal bag. Marinate in refrigerator for 8 hours, turning occasionally.Meanwhile, add the fig glaze to a small sauce pan. Reduce glaze until bubbles appear. Remove from stove.Prepare your grill.Coat grill rack with cooking spray; cook 4-5 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. The last few minutes of cooking time, spread glaze on lamb. Serve with your favorite side. Enjoy.