Asian Lamb Chops Recipes

INDIAN LAMB CHOPS

Steps:

• Put the lamb and all the first marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Chill for at least 2 hrs, and up to 4 hrs.
• Blend all the second marinade ingredients together. Remove the lamb from the first marinade and put it in a clean bowl. Add the second marinade and rub it into the lamb, then chill for a further 4 hrs, or overnight.
• Light a barbecue with a lid, then barbecue the chops on a high heat until cooked to medium (around 8 mins), making sure the meat isn't directly on the flame to avoid burning the spices. The key is to keep the lid on so the temperature is consistent. Or cook in the oven on a baking tray for 12 mins, and finish off under the grill for 2 mins to crisp them up. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over and green chutney on the side (see our recipe).

PAKISTANI LAMB CHOPS

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown lamb chops on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
• Stir in green cardamom, black cardamom, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, and cumin seeds until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add onions, garlic, and ginger; cook until onion is golden brown, about 10 minutes. Mix in chile powder, turmeric, and salt; stir-fry for 1 minute. Add browned lamb, water, tomatoes, and chile peppers. Simmer over low heat until lamb is tender and all water has evaporated and onions have disintegrated into a thick gravy, about 40 minutes. Serve garnished with cilantro.

ASIAN LOLLIPOP LAMB CHOPS

Steps:

• For the lamb chops: Combine the brown sugar, garlic, cilantro, soy sauce, ginger, chili pepper, Chinese five spice and salt to taste. Massage into the lamb chops for 5 to 10 minutes, and then let marinate 4 to 6 hours in the refrigerator.
• For the pasta: Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions. Drain.
• Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Cook the garlic for 1 minute without browning, and then add the zucchini and carrots. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the drained pasta and cook for another minute.
• Add the heavy cream, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Just before serving, add the cilantro, Parmesan and season with salt and pepper. Heat the broiler and broil the chops to the doneness of your liking, 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium rare. Serve 2 or 3 chops over each serving of pasta.

VIETNAMESE AROMATIC LAMB CHOPS

Steps:

• Place the lamb chops into a roasting pan, and season evenly with the garlic, garlic powder, chili powder, sugar, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of lime juice, soy sauce and olive oil. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Allow the lamb to stand at room temperature while the oven preheats.
• Roast uncovered in the preheated oven to your desired degree of doneness, about 20 minutes for medium, or 30 minutes for well done. Garnish with a sprinkle of cilantro and squeeze lemon and lime juice over the top before serving.

GRILLED LAMB CHOPS WITH ASIAN BUTTER SAUCE

Steps:

• Whisk first 5 ingredients in large glass baking dish to blend. Add lamb; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
• Prepare barbecue (medium-low heat). Grill lamb to desired doneness, turning chops occasionally, about 25 minutes for medium-rare.
• Meanwhile, boil chicken stock and next 4 ingredients in small saucepan until reduced to 3/4 cup, about 12 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add green onions and butter, stirring until butter melts.
• Cut lamb between ribs into chops. Place chops on plates; spoon sauce over.

GRILLED LAMB CHOPS WITH ASIAN BUTTER SAUCE

Steps:

• Whisk first 5 ingredients in large glass baking dish to blend.
• Add lamb; turn to coat.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight.
• Prepare barbecue (medium-low heat).
• Grill lamb to desired doneness, turning chops occasionally, about 25 minutes for medium-rare.
• Meanwhile, boil chicken stock and next 4 ingredients in small saucepan until reduced to 3/4 cup, about 12 minutes.
• Reduce heat to low.
• Add green onions and butter, stirring until butter melts.
• Cut lamb between ribs into chops.
• Place chops on plates; spoon sauce over.

CHINESE CHAR SIU GRILLED LAMB CHOPS

Steps:

• Whisk first 6 ingredients in small bowl. Transfer to large resealable plastic bag. Add lamb; seal bag and turn to coat. Marinate in refrigerator at least 4 hours or overnight.
• Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Drain lamb, leaving some marinade clinging. Grill lamb until slightly charred and cooked to desired doneness, about 21/2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to platter.
• Stir honey and 1 tablespoon water in small skillet over medium heat until warm. Brush over lamb chops.