Grilled Lamb Chops with Lemon and Cardamom
Grilled lamb chops with lemon cardamom is a very simple recipe. The lemon and cardamom add an oriental touch that will delight those unfamiliar with lamb.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 8 lamb chops, trimmed, 1 inch thick
- 2 medium lemons - 1 zest and 1 whole to garnish
- 1 teaspoon ground green cardamoms
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, blend olive oil, lemon zest, cardamom, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour marinade over lamb and refrigerate for one hour, turning occasionally.
- Grill over hot coals or stove grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until the desired degree of doneness is achieved, frequently brushing with marinade. You may use a meat thermometer and cook the meat to 140°F for medium rare. Allow the chops to rest 3 to 5 minutes before eating; they will continue to cook.
- Place the chops, bones down, into the remaining lemon for an original presentation.
