Spiced Lamb Chops with Mint Sauce (Côtelettes d'Agneau Épicées avec Sauce à la Menthe)

Côtelettes d'Agneau Épicées avec Sauce à la Menthe (Spiced Lamb Chops with Mint Sauce) is a classic dish from Djiboutian cuisine that combines tender lamb chops with a flavorful blend of spices and a refreshing mint sauce.

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Spiced Lamb Chops with Mint Sauce (Côtelettes d'Agneau Épicées avec Sauce à la Menthe)

Ingredients

  • 8 lamb chops
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the stovetop grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the paprika, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture onto both sides of the lamb chops.
  3. Grill the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your desired level of doneness.
  4. While the lamb chops are cooking, prepare the mint sauce by combining the chopped mint, yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve the grilled lamb chops with the mint sauce on the side.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Stovetop grill or skillet Cutting board Knife Small bowl Grilling tongs Mixing bowl

Tools

Grilling tongs Knife Mixing spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the Côtelettes d'Agneau Épicées avec Sauce à la Menthe with a side of couscous and a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper in the spice rub.

Cost

$20