Grilled Lamb Chops with Garlic Herb Butter and Mint Sauce: A Perfect Summer Recipe
Introduction
Grilled lamb chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for summer barbecues or any special occasion. This recipe takes the traditional grilled lamb chops to a whole new level with the addition of garlic herb butter and mint sauce. The combination of juicy lamb chops, flavorful butter, and refreshing mint sauce is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
To make this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
– 8 lamb chops
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
– 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
– 1 tablespoon honey
Preparation
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, and softened butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Rub the garlic herb butter all over the lamb chops.
4. In another small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, and chopped mint leaves to make the mint sauce.
5. Grill the lamb chops for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F for medium-rare.
6. Remove the lamb chops from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
7. Serve the grilled lamb chops with the mint sauce on the side.
Conclusion
Grilled lamb chops with garlic herb butter and mint sauce is a perfect summer recipe that is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. The combination of juicy lamb chops, flavorful butter, and refreshing mint sauce is a match made in heaven. So, fire up your grill and give this recipe a try at your next summer barbecue!