Description
These Honey Garlic Butter Lamb Cutlets are a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and rich flavors. The lamb cutlets are seared to perfection and then glazed with a decadent honey garlic butter sauce that will have everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 lamb cutlets (about 1 lb)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the lamb cutlets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the lamb cutlets and sear them for 3-4 minutes per side, until they develop a nice golden-brown crust and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare or to your desired doneness.
- Remove the lamb cutlets from the skillet and set them aside on a plate. Lower the heat to medium.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the honey, soy sauce, and rosemary to the skillet. Stir to combine, and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Return the lamb cutlets to the skillet, turning them in the honey garlic butter sauce to coat evenly. Let them cook in the sauce for an additional 1-2 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Remove the lamb cutlets from the skillet and drizzle with any remaining sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the sauce right before serving.
- If you prefer your lamb cooked to a different doneness, adjust the cooking time by a few minutes per side.
- Serve these honey garlic butter lamb cutlets with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Leftover lamb cutlets can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 lamb cutlets with sauce
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg