Lamb Chops with Salsa Verde and Lemon Rice
New Zealand Lamb chops are the ideal choice for a quick and easy meal.
Coupled with a delicious homemade salsa verde and lemon rice, which complement the succulent richness of the meat.
 Lamb Chops with Salsa Verde and Lemon Rice
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Serves 4
Ingredients
For the rice
- 450g (1 lb) rice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- I red onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- Grated zest of 1 lemon
- 2 sprigs of rosemary, leaves roughly chopped
- 650ml chicken stock
- 8 New Zealand Lamb cutlets or chops
For the salsa verde
- 1 plump clove garlic
- 3 anchovy fillets
- 3 cornichons
- 1 tsp baby capers
- 2 large handfuls flat leaf parsley, stalks removed
- Juice ½ – 1 lemon
- 60ml / 4 tbsp olive oil
- Rocket salad to serve
Method
1. Put the rice in a bowl and cover with water. Set aside.
2. Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a heavy based saucepan and saute the onion and
garlic for a few minutes until softened. Add the drained rice, lemon zest and rosemary and stir together well. Pour over the boiling stock, bring to a very gentle simmer, cover and cook on the lowest heat for 16-18 minutes, until all the liquid is absorbed (alternatively cook in a medium oven 180C, gas mark 4, fan 160C for 20 minutes). Turn the heat off and leave covered whilst you cook the lamb.
3. Season the cutlets well and grill for 3-4 minutes each side or until cooked to your liking. Cover with foil and leave to rest for 2-3 minutes.
4. Meanwhile blitz together the ingredients for the salsa in a food
processor, or use a pestle and mortar. Taste and season for the right balance of flavours, you may want to add a touch more lemon. Season and set aside.
5. Season the rice and separate the grains with a fork and serve with the chops. Spoon over the salsa and enjoy with a rocket salad.
Hints and Tips
The salsa verde can also be served with any other cut of lamb to create a delicious garnish, go to our hints and tips to learn all about the different cuts.
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