Greek Lamb Chops and Mint Yogurt Sauce

Lamb
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 (4-ounce) lamb loin chops, trimmed
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons canola oil

Sauce
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 garlic clove, minced


Combine the first 3 ingredients in a small bowl.

Sprinkle lamb with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper; rub with oregano mixture.

Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add oil to pan, swirling to coat.

Add lamb, and cook for 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness.

Let stand for 5 minutes.


Combine yogurt and remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Serve sauce with lamb.

Notes: I used 2 Lamb Steaks as a substitute for the Lamb Loin Chops. In addition, Greek Yogurt created a thicker sauce, which was my preference.

Cooking Light May 2011