Zesty Lamb Chops With Pesto

Per serving

338kcal
15.3гProteins
26.3гFats
14.8гCarbs

I based this recipe on a dinner at a restaurant and it worked out really well. It's perfect for a dinner for two when you just want something romantic to stay in and feel special.

Ingredients

4 serv.
  • For Lamb Chops
  • lamb chops or 2 -4 lamb ribs2 -4
  • salt1⁄2 teaspoon
  • pepper1⁄2 teaspoon
  • garlic (blended)1 tablespoon
  • lemon juice or 6 tablespoons lime juice6 tablespoons
  • olive oil1 tablespoon
  • butter1⁄2 tablespoon
  • For Pesto
  • (15 ounce) packet fresh parsley1 packet
  • lemon, juice of1
  • g roasted peanuts15 g
  • tablespoons peanut butter3 tablespoons
  • cayenne pepper1⁄2 teaspoon
  • sugar1⁄2 teaspoon
  • salt
  • sprig of fresh mint (to garnish) (optional) or 1 sprig fresh parsley (to garnish) (optional)1

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Mix the Salt, Pepper, Lemon Juice, Garlic and Butter together in a bowl to make a marinade.

  2. 2

    Coat all the Lamb Chops or Ribs with the marinade and let it sit for about 20 minutes.

  3. 3

    In the meantime, blend the Parsley, lemon juice, peanuts, peanut butter, sugar and cayenne pepper to make a rough puree mix, this is the pesto.

  4. 4

    Refrigerate the pesto.

  5. 5

    Heat the olive oil in a pan and fry the Lamb Chops/Ribs one by one, pouring any leftover marinade into the pan.

  6. 6

    Cook Chops/Ribs thoroughly and place on an absorbent paper towel.

  7. 7

    After any access oil is soaked, transfer onto a plate and top with the pesto.

  8. 8

    Voila! You're ready to serve!

Source: food.com
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