Spiced Grilled Lamb Chops

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(No alcohol, teen-safe, and home-kitchen friendly.)

🌿 Spiced Grilled Lamb Chops

⏱ Time

Prep time: 15 minutes
Marinating time: 30 minutes to 2 hours (recommended)
Cook time: 8–10 minutes
Total time: ~1 hour

🍽 Servings

Serves 3–4 people

🥩 Ingredients

For the Lamb

8 lamb chops (rib or loin chops, about 1 inch thick)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Spice Marinade

1½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon chili powder (optional, for heat)
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional but recommended)
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme, finely chopped
(or 1 teaspoon dried)

🔪 Directions

1. Prepare the Marinade

In a medium bowl, combine:

Olive oil
Garlic
Lemon juice and zest
All spices (cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, chili powder)
Fresh herbs
Salt and black pepper

Mix well until it forms a thick, fragrant marinade.

2. Marinate the Lamb Chops

Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels.
Place them in a large bowl or zip-top bag.
Pour the marinade over the lamb.
Massage the marinade into the meat so all sides are well coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 1–2 hours for best flavor.

👉 Tip: Remove lamb from the fridge 15 minutes before grilling so it cooks evenly.

3. Preheat the Grill

Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

4. Grill the Lamb Chops

Place lamb chops on the hot grill.
Grill for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
Grill 4–5 minutes per side for medium.

Avoid pressing the meat—this keeps the juices inside.

5. Rest the Meat

Remove lamb chops from the grill.
Let them rest on a plate for 5 minutes before serving.
This helps keep them juicy and tender.

🍋 Optional Finishing Touches

Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top
Sprinkle with fresh herbs (parsley, mint, or cilantro)
Add a pinch of flaky sea salt

🥗 Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

Grilled vegetables (zucchini, peppers, onions)
Rice or couscous
Roasted potatoes
Fresh salad with yogurt or lemon dressing

⭐ Tips for Best Results

Don’t overcook—lamb dries out quickly.
Thicker chops are easier to grill than thin ones.
If using a pan, make sure it’s very hot before adding lamb.