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Salt Marsh Lamb Chops

Prep Time 10 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Calories 350 kcal

Succulent lamb chops from salt-marsh-grazed sheep, simply seared and finished with a honey and thyme glaze.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1 Remove lamb chops from the fridge 30 min before cooking. Pat dry and season well with salt and pepper.
  2. 2 Heat a cast iron skillet to very hot. Add olive oil.
  3. 3 Sear chops for 3-4 min on each side for medium-rare.
  4. 4 In the last minute, add garlic and thyme to the pan. Spoon the fragrant oil over the chops.
  5. 5 Drizzle honey into the pan, tilt and baste the chops as the honey caramelises.
  6. 6 Rest for 5 min before serving. Spoon the pan juices over the chops.

Did You Know?

Salt marsh lamb grazes on samphire, sea lavender, and thyme growing on tidal flats, giving the meat a naturally seasoned, slightly mineral flavour.