Description
Indulge in these flavorful herb-crusted lamb chops served with creamy mashed potatoes and vibrant asparagus. This dish combines savory herbs and tender lamb, making it perfect for a special dinner or a delightful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the lamb chops:
- 8 lamb chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter (for basting)
For the mashed potatoes:
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup milk
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the asparagus:
- 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the lobster topping (optional):
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat, diced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the lamb chops: Combine minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Boil the potatoes: Cook potatoes in salted water for 12-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the lamb chops: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear lamb chops for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Add butter for basting. Let them rest.
- Prepare the asparagus: Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Steam or roast for 5-7 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Optional lobster topping: Melt butter, sauté diced lobster for 2-3 minutes, then drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with parsley.
- Plate the dish: Serve lamb chops over mashed potatoes, add asparagus, and top with lobster if using. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Adjust the herbs based on your preference.
- The lobster topping is optional but adds a luxurious touch.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg