Spicy Lamb Chops

Spicy Lamb Chops are a flavorful Moroccan BBQ dish, marinated with aromatic spices and grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a tantalizing blend of heat and rich lamb flavor, making it an unforgettable meal.

Spicy Lamb Chops
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Moroccan
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Lamb chops - 4 pieces (about 500g)
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
  • Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add the lamb chops to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated, and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the lamb chops from the marinade and discard any leftover marinade.
  5. Place the lamb chops on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.
  6. Once cooked, remove the lamb chops from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes.
  7. Drizzle the lemon juice over the lamb chops and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 36 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in high-quality protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Contains essential vitamins and minerals such as iron and zinc, which are important for immune function.

Tags

MoroccanHalalBBQ