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SPICE CRUSTED LAMB CHOPS
Serves 2
Ingredients:
¾ tablespoon cumin seeds
¾ tablespoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
½ teaspoon ground sweet paprika
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
pinch of cayenne
1 tablespoon olive oil
6-8 lamb rib chops
Salt & freshly ground black pepper
Preparation:
1. Cut the lamb into ½ inch thick chops.
2. Grind the spices and mix with the olive oil to make a paste. Spread the paste over the chops and cover and set aside to marinate in the fridge for a few hours.
3. Heat a heavy skillet or grill pan until very hot. Sear the chops for two minutes per side. Remove and tent for a few minutes. (You can also do this on your grill.)
Yogurt Sauce
2 large garlic cloves
1 teaspoon minced jalapeño chili
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
1 cup chopped fresh trimmed cilantro
½ cups chopped fresh trimmed mint (or Lemon Balm)
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup plain or nonfat yogurt