Marinated Greek Lamb Chops with Mushrooms and Tomatoes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

For the Lamb Chops: 8 lamb chops 1/4 cup olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1 lemon 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 2 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp dried rosemary 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper For the Vegetables: 2 cups mushrooms, sliced 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Crumbled feta cheese (optional, for serving)

 

Instructions:

Marinate the Lamb Chops: Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, thyme, rosemary, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Marinate the Lamb Chops: Place the lamb chops in the bowl with the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2-3 hours for maximum flavor. Cook the Vegetables: Prepare the Vegetables: While the lamb chops are marinating, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large baking dish, toss the sliced mushrooms and halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Roast the Vegetables: Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the tomatoes are slightly blistered. Cook the Lamb Chops: Sear the Lamb Chops: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a bit of olive oil if needed. Remove the lamb chops from the marinade and sear them in the hot skillet for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness (medium-rare is about 145°F or 63°C). Rest the Lamb Chops: Remove the lamb chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes. Serve