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Sizzling Turkish Thyme-infused Lamb Chops
Turkish Lamb Chops
Description
Absolutely wonderful lamb chops, infused with the aromatic flavors of Turkish cuisine. These succulent chops are marinated in a tantalizing mixture of onions, olive oil, and fresh thyme, creating a burst of savory goodness with every bite. Perfectly paired with Turkish Pilaf with Tomato for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Recipe by: Rozanne Gold, a favorite cookbook author.
- Recipe Category: Lamb/Sheep
- Keywords: Onions, Vegetable, Meat, Turkish, Southwest Asia (Middle East), Asian, Very Low Carbs, Spring, Savory, Broil/Grill, Oven, Refrigerator, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 1065.4
- Fat: 92.8g
- Saturated Fat: 35.9g
- Cholesterol: 210.9mg
- Sodium: 1325mg
- Carbohydrates: 7.9g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 3.2g
- Protein: 47.3g
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Salt |
| 2 1/2 | Olive oil |
| 1 | Fresh thyme leaves |
| 6 | Lamb loin chops |
| – | Lemon wedges |
Instructions
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Marinate the Chops:
- Sprinkle the onion with the salt.
- Squeeze the juice out of the onion and discard it.
- Add the olive oil and fresh thyme leaves to the onion.
- Apply the mixture to both sides of the lamb chops and marinate for 1 hour.
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Cooking:
- Grill the marinated chops or broil them close to the heat source until desired doneness.
- Season with salt and lots of pepper.
- Garnish with lemon wedges before serving.
Cooking Tips
- Ensure the chops are properly marinated for maximum flavor infusion.
- Adjust grilling or broiling time based on the thickness of the chops and desired level of doneness.
- Serve hot with Turkish Pilaf with Tomato for a complete meal experience.
