Lamb Chops Sizzled with Garlic
The Quick Gourmet – Garlic & Thyme Seared Lamb
Skip the steakhouse and master the art of the perfect sear at home.
The secret to a perfect chop is intense, even heat—the specialty of The Whatever Pan. Its cast aluminium body reaches searing temperatures quickly and holds that heat when the cold meat hits the surface, ensuring you get a beautiful brown crust rather than steaming the meat. The griddle ridges allow the fat to render off perfectly while the garlic cloves soften and mellow in the pan juices. Finishing the dish with a quick deglaze of lemon juice and parsley creates a bright, “sizzling” pan sauce that ties the whole dish together. It’s professional-level flavor with minimal cleanup.
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Serves
4
Course
Main
Prepare
5 mins
Cooks
15 mins
8 lamb loin chops (approx. 1/2 inch thick)
10 small garlic cloves, whole
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
3 tbsp water
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
1 Season the lamb chops generously on both sides with salt, ground black pepper, and a dusting of dried thyme.
2 Place your Whatever Pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Heat until the oil is shimmering and just starting to simmer.
3 Carefully place the lamb chops into the pan along with the whole garlic cloves. Sear for about 3 minutes without moving the meat, allowing a deep golden-brown crust to form.
4 Use tongs to gently turn the chops and the garlic cloves. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for another 2 minutes for a perfect medium-rare finish.
5 Transfer the chops to a warm plate to rest, leaving the caramelized garlic cloves in the pan.
6 To create the pan sauce, add the water, lemon juice, minced parsley, and a pinch of crushed red pepper to the hot Whatever Pan.
7 Stir and scrape the bottom of the pan for about 1 minute, allowing the liquid to emulsify with the lamb juices until it is bubbling and sizzling.
8 Arrange the lamb chops on serving plates and spoon the garlic cloves and zesty pan sauce over the top.
9 Serve immediately with a side of roasted potatoes or a fresh green salad. Enjoy!
| Nutrient | Per Serving (2 Chops) |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1,590kJ / 380kcal |
| Fat | 28g |
| Saturated Fat | 10g |
| Carbohydrates | 3g |
| Sugars | 0g |
| Fiber | 1g |
| Protein | 29g |
Nutritional information is an estimate per serving.