Mohameds Mean Lamb Cutlets Food

MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED LAMB CHOP RECIPE WITH TOMATO MINT QUINOA

Steps:

• In a small bowl combine the garlic and spices with 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves and 2 tbsp of olive oil. This makes a rub for the lamb.
• Take the lamb chops and rub them each on both sides with the garlic-spice rub. Place the chops in a deep dish with 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice and onions. Cover and leave in the fridge for 1 to 4 hours.
• 20 to 25 minutes before grilling, remove the lamb chops from the fridge and let them rest at room temperature.
• Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to package instructions, adding a dash of salt and olive oil to the cooking water. (For 1 cup of quinoa, you'll add 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to medium low and simmer until water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.)
• Now let's add flavor to the cooked quinoa! In a non-stick pan, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic and cook very briefly and then add the canned diced tomato. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Now, stir in the cooked quinoa. Once warmed through, add the chopped fresh mint. Stir to combine and remove from heat. Off heat, add chopped red onions, feta cheese and more fresh mint leaves for garnish
• Time to grill the lamb chops! Heat an a gas grill (or an indoor grill pan) over high heat (make sure the grill is super hot) add the lamb chops and grill for about 2 minutes. Flip the chops over and cook for another 3 minutes for medium-rare or 3 1/2 minutes for medium (internal temperature should register 125 degrees F for medium-rare or 135 degrees F for medium). Let the chops rest for 10 minutes before serving.
• When ready to serve, transfer the tomato mint quinoa to serving bowls, top with 2 lamb chops per person. Enjoy!

HERBED LAMB CUTLETS WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Put the peppers, sweet potato, courgettes and onion on a large baking tray and drizzle over the oil. Season with lots of ground black pepper. Roast for 25 mins.
• Meanwhile, trim the lamb of as much fat as possible. Mix the herbs with a few twists of ground black pepper and pat all over the lamb.
• Take the vegetables out of the oven, turn over and push to one side of the tray. Place the cutlets on the hot tray and return to the oven for 10 mins.
• Turn the cutlets and cook for a further 10 mins or until the vegetables and lamb are tender and lightly charred. Mix everything on the tray and serve.

HARISSA LAMB CUTLETS WITH POMEGRANATE COUSCOUS

Steps:

• Heat the grill. In a large bowl, mix the yogurt and half the harissa with seasoning. Remove 2 tbsp, set aside, then add the lamb to the remainder and marinate while you make the couscous (or overnight).
• In a bowl, cover the couscous with the hot stock and add the rest of the harissa. Cover with cling film and leave for 5 mins, then stir in the chickpeas, lemon zest and juice, vinegar, apricots, pomegranate seeds and half the mint.
• Transfer the lamb to a baking tray and grill for 2-3 mins each side (pour any cooking juices into the couscous and stir). Serve the lamb with the couscous, reserved yogurt and a scattering of mint.

MOHAMED'S MEAN LAMB CUTLETS

Steps:

• Brown the seasoned chops in 1 tablespoons of the oil in a skillet. Set aside.
• Sauté onions, garlic, in a stewing or large pot in the other 1 tablespoons of oil until onions are translucent.
• Add the cooking salt, pepper, ginger and paprika. Sauté with the onions and garlic for 1 minute.
• Add the chops to the pot along with the water and drop in the parsley and coriander parcels. Add tomato (grated as we do here or chopped) and stir being careful not to dislodge the herb packets.
• Bring to the boil. Cover and simmer on low heat 30 minutes. Uncover and simmer on medium low heat another 15 minutes.
• Place the chops onto a platter and cover with the brothy sauce. Serve with bread, salad and a cold drink. Follow with a pot of mint tea. P.S. Yes, Mohamed and I serve sauce tomatish with this too! We love the stuff, what can I say?!

GRILLED MARINATED LAMB CUTLETS

Steps:

• Mix together the pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, olive oil and chilli powder, then toss the cutlets in it. Cover and leave in a cool place for 2-3 hrs.
• When you are ready, heat the grill to high. Lift the cutlets out of the marinade and scrape what is left into a bowl. Mix the yogurt into the leftover marinade and add 1 tsp salt. Brush some of the mix over the cutlets on both sides and place on the grill tray - make sure it's about 5cm below the grill. Cook for 2-3 mins each side, brushing with additional yogurt mix when turning. The cutlets should be browned and just beginning to scorch. Serve with lemon wedges.

INDIAN LAMB CUTLETS

Steps:

• Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Mix the parmesan and curry powder together. Season the lamb, then press the meat into the cheese mix to coat. Heat the oil in an ovenproof frying pan or heavy baking tray and fry the cutlets for 2 mins on each side to brown.
• Transfer to the oven for 5 mins for medium, or longer for well done. Delicious served with a dollop of tomato chutney and some mash flavoured with chopped coriander.