Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Sauce (Copë Vici të Grilla me Sos Mente)

Grilled lamb chops with mint sauce, known as Copë Vici të Grilla me Sos Mente, is a traditional dish from Kosovan cuisine that is bursting with flavor. The tender lamb chops are marinated and grilled to perfection, then served with a refreshing mint sauce.

Gluten Free Keto Friendly Main Course Kosovan Grilled Lamb Mint Kosovan Cuisine
Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Sauce (Copë Vici të Grilla me Sos Mente)

Ingredients

  • 8 lamb chops
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Rub the lamb chops with this mixture and let them marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the lamb chops for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your desired level of doneness.
  3. While the lamb chops are grilling, prepare the mint sauce by combining the chopped mint leaves, plain yogurt, lemon juice, and honey in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. Once the lamb chops are done, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve the grilled lamb chops with the mint sauce on the side.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the grilled lamb chops with mint sauce alongside a fresh salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For best results, let the lamb chops marinate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse before grilling.

Cost

$20