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Fancy Pomegranate Lamb Chops

This succulent dish combines tender lamb with tart pomegranate and aromatic spices, making it an impressive main course that's easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the marinade
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the lamb
  • 4 pieces lamb chops, about 1-inch thick
For garnish
  • Pomegranate seeds
  • Mint leaves

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine the pomegranate juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Place the lamb chops in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and let them marinate in the fridge for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the lamb chops from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later. Sear the chops in the skillet for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer if more doneness is preferred.
  2. Once cooked, remove the lamb from the skillet and let it rest. In the same skillet, add the reserved marinade and bring it to a simmer. Cook for about 3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Serving
  1. Plate the lamb chops, drizzling the thickened pomegranate glaze over the top. Garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds and mint leaves for added color. Serve immediately.

Notes

For added flavor, let the lamb marinate for up to 2 hours. If pomegranate juice isn't available, cranberry or red grape juice can be used. Allow the cooked lamb to rest before serving to maintain juiciness.