Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Yogurt Sauce (Côtelettes d'Agneau Grillées avec Sauce au Yaourt à la Menthe)

Grilled lamb chops with mint yogurt sauce is a popular dish in Djiboutian cuisine, known for its flavorful and aromatic spices. This recipe combines tender grilled lamb chops with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce, creating a perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors.

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Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Yogurt Sauce (Côtelettes d'Agneau Grillées avec Sauce au Yaourt à la Menthe)

Ingredients

  • 8 lamb chops
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, mint, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the mint yogurt sauce. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Brush the lamb chops with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Grill the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your desired level of doneness.
  5. Remove the lamb chops from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
  6. Serve the grilled lamb chops with the mint yogurt sauce on the side.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
22g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Bowl

Tools

Grill Tongs Bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the grilled lamb chops with a side of couscous and a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For best results, marinate the lamb chops in the mint yogurt sauce for 1-2 hours before grilling to enhance the flavor.

Cost

$20