Description
Indulge in a gourmet feast with succulent lamb chops paired with creamy lobster mashed potatoes and perfectly roasted asparagus. This elegant dish is perfect for special occasions or a delightful dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Lamb Chops:
- 8 lamb chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Lobster Mash:
- 2 lobster tails
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Asparagus:
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Lamb Chops:
- Season the lamb chops with minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until they reach desired doneness. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Cook the Lobster Tails:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the lobster tails for 8-10 minutes, or until shells turn bright red.
- Remove lobster meat from shells and chop finely.
- Make the Mashed Potatoes:
- Boil potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and return potatoes to the pot.
- Add heavy cream, butter, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth.
- Fold in chopped lobster meat.
- Prepare the Asparagus:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange on a baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes until tender.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Plate a generous scoop of lobster mashed potatoes in the center.
- Arrange lamb chops around the mash.
- Place roasted asparagus on the side.
- Garnish with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the lamb chops for a few hours before cooking.
- Use fresh lobster for the best taste, but frozen can be substituted.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Sautéing, Boiling, Roasting
- Cuisine: American, Gourmet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg