Seared Lamb Loin Chops

Name: Seared Lamb Loin Chops
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 lamb loin chops, about 1.25 in thick (2 lb total); 1.5 tsp coarse salt; 1 tbsp beef tallow or lamb fat

Little T-bone lamb chops seared hard, with the fat edge rendered crisp. Ready in about 10 minutes.

Prep5 min
Cook10 min
Serves4
LevelEasy
TypeStrict

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Ingredients

8 lamb loin chops, about 1.25 in thick (2 lb total)
1.5 tsp coarse salt
1 tbsp beef tallow or lamb fat

Per serving (estimated)

Calories: 405
Protein: 33 g
Fat: 30 g
Carbs: 0 g

Estimated from USDA FoodData Central values; actual numbers vary with cut and trim.

Method

Pat the chops dry and salt them all over. Let sit 20 minutes if you have time.
Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the fat.
Using tongs, stand the chops on their fat edge and render for 2 to 3 minutes until crisp.
Lay them flat and sear 3 to 4 minutes per side.
Cook to 145°F (63°C) and rest 3 minutes, the USDA minimum for lamb chops. Pull a few degrees earlier if you like them pinker.

Seared Lamb Loin Chops

Ingredients

Per serving (estimated)

Method

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