Easy Recipe: Seared Lamb Chops with Rosemary Salt

Lamb chops are one of my absolute FAVORITE  cuts of meat. While I can probably come up with a bunch of fancy things to do with them, I typically make them just like this – simply seasoned and properly cooked to a medium-rare level of doneness. When in doubt, this technique will give you nicely cooked meat nearly every time. The amount of both searing and oven-baking time may vary with the thickness of the cut of meat you’re cooking, but the method remains the same. I made this batch today while hanging with The Food Lovers here in Pittsburgh while working on my book. They were gone about 10 seconds after the photos were taken! Enjoy!

Seared Lamb Chops with Rosemary Salt

Yield: Approximately 2 large or 4 small servings.
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Ingredients:

• 1 Tbsp bacon fat or coconut oil
• 8 lamb rib chops
• 2 tsp Rosemary Salt Blend (see below)
• ground black pepper to taste

Preparation: 

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Heat a large, oven-safe cast iron or stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat and melt the bacon fat in the pan.

Season the lamb chops with the rosemary salt blend generously on both sides. Add ground black pepper to taste.

Sear each side of the chops for 2 minutes, then place the entire pan into the hot oven for 2 minutes.

Optional: Serve with kalamata olives and macadamia nut pesto.

For the Rosemary Salt Blend: 

Ingredients:

• 1/2 c ground, dried rosemary
  (preferably made from drying fresh rosemary)
•  1/4 c coarse sea salt

Preparation: 

Combine all spices in a food processor. Store in a jar or resealable bag for use in recipes.

Yes, you can enjoy this meal while on the 21-Day Sugar Detox.

About the author

Diane Sanfilippo BS, Certified Nutrition Consultant, C.H.E.K. Holistic Lifestyle Coach is a New Jersey-based Holistic & Paleo Nutritionist serving clients locally and beyond (US & international) via phone, Skype consultations and nutrition seminars nationwide. Author of “Practical Paleo: A Customized Approach to Health and a Whole-Foods Lifestyle.” Creator of The 21-Day Sugar Detox, a program designed to help you bust sugar and carb cravings in 21 days with the help and support of a community who is all in it together! Co-host of The Balanced Bites Podcast, a weekly radio show about all things health and nutrition.

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