Grilled Lamb Chop & Shrimp Surf and Turf with Fresh Salsa

 

 

 

*Ingredients*

#### *For the Lamb Chops:*
– 2 lamb chops
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped

#### *For the Shrimp:*
– 6 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice

#### *For the Fresh Salsa:*
– ½ cup cherry tomatoes, diced
– ¼ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
– ¼ cup yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
– 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste

#### *For the Creamy Sauce:*
– ½ cup heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

*For the Sides:*
– 1 cup cooked white rice
– 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
– 1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed
– 1 tablespoon butter
– ½ teaspoon salt

 

*Instructions*

#### *Prepare the Lamb Chops:*
1. Rub the lamb chops with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and rosemary.
2. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
3. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

#### *Cook the Shrimp:*
1. Toss shrimp with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and lemon juice.
2. Sear in a hot pan for 2 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.

#### *Make the Fresh Salsa:*
1. Combine cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, parsley, olive oil, and lemon juice in a bowl.
2. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.

#### *Prepare the Creamy Sauce:*
1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
2. Add heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and Dijon mustard.
3. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

#### *Cook the Green Beans:*
1. Steam or sauté green beans with butter and salt until tender but still crisp.

#### *Assemble & Serve:*
1. Place a mound of cooked white rice on a plate and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
2. Arrange the lamb chop and top with seared shrimp.
3. Spoon the fresh salsa over the shrimp.
4. Drizzle with creamy sauce.
5. Arrange green beans on the side.

Enjoy this *Grilled Lamb Chop & Shrimp Surf and Turf*—a perfect blend of smoky, juicy, and fresh flavors!