Enjoy tender, flavorful lamb chops marinated with garlic, herbs, and a tangy vinegar glaze, perfect for a sophisticated dinner.
Ingredients
Marinade
0.5cupolive oil
2teaspoonsminced garlic
1shallotminced shallot
1.5tablespoonsapple cider vinegar
2teaspoonshoney mustard
1tablespoonchopped fresh rosemary
1tablespoonchopped fresh thyme leaves
1tablespoonlemon zest
0.25cupsea salt
0.25teaspooncoarse black pepper
2.5poundslamb chops
1tablespoonvegetable oil
Instructions
Whisk together olive oil, garlic, shallot, vinegar, mustard, herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Reserve 1/4 cup for serving.
Marinate lamb chops in remaining mixture for 2-6 hours, turning occasionally. Drain before cooking.
Pat chops dry, season with additional salt and pepper. Heat oil in skillet and cook chops 3-4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness and let the lamb rest before serving for juiciness.