Lamb Chops Mint Gremolata (Printable)

Tender lamb topped with bright mint gremolata for refreshing flavor and elegance. Perfect for Mediterranean meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Lamb Preparation

01 - 8 lamb rib chops, approximately 1-inch thick
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Mint Gremolata

07 - 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
08 - 0.25 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
09 - Zest of 1 lemon
10 - 1 garlic clove, minced
11 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Pat lamb chops dry using paper towels. In a small mixing bowl, blend olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Evenly rub mixture onto both sides of lamb chops. Allow to marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
02 - While lamb chops marinate, combine mint, parsley, lemon zest, minced garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill lamb chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side to achieve medium-rare or desired doneness. Transfer chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
04 - Spoon mint gremolata generously over the lamb chops and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • This gremolata is so bright and herbaceous, you’ll secretly want to eat it straight from the bowl.
  • Lamb chops turn out tender and flavorful every time, making you look like a pro even on ordinary nights.
02 -
  • Once I tried grilling lamb straight from the fridge and ended up with tough, unevenly cooked meat—it makes all the difference letting them sit at room temperature first.
  • Adding gremolata while the lamb is piping hot releases extra fragrance that always surprises guests.
03 -
  • Trim excess fat from lamb chops so they crisp rather than smoke on the grill.
  • Save a touch of gremolata to sprinkle over sides—it elevates every bite.
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