welsh lamb chops with leeks and honey
A Welsh dish. If you don't care for mint, thyme or rosemary can be substituted.
prep time
45 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
2 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- - salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped (divided)
- 4 - lamb loin chops
- 2 cups thinly sliced leeks (white and some green parts)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons honey
How To Make welsh lamb chops with leeks and honey
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Step 1In a shallow non-metallic baking dish, mix 1tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper (to taste) and 1 tablespoon of the mint. Add the lamb and turn until well coated with the mint mixture. Cover and let stand 30 minutes (or if longer, refrigerate).
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Step 2Heat a frying pan and add remaining oil and the lamb. Cook over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes each side. Remove to platter and keep warm.
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Step 3Drain off all but 1 tablespoon of fat from pan. Add the leeks and garlic. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until leeks are soft.
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Step 4Stir in remaining mint with cream and honey and heat gently until bubbling. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve sauce with chops.
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