Basic and Simple Lamb Loin Chops Recipe - Seared and Baked - EatSimpleFood.com

lamb loin chops

🥗Healthier: pork loin chops

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are more affordable and lower in fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective substitute for cooking.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds acidity without the cost of wine.

Cut butter into six pieces.

Dry off the lamb loin chops.

Liberally salt and pepper the lamb loin chops using both kosher and fine salt.

Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet on the stove and add enough vegetable oil to lightly cover the pan.

Sear lamb chops for about 3 to 4 minutes on one side.

Flip the lamb chops and cook for another 2 minutes, adding butter at this point.

Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F and bake for about 5 to 6 minutes for medium-rare, aiming for an internal temperature of 125 to 130°F.

Remove from the oven and place the browned side up, adding fresh herbs like thyme and garlic to the warm butter.

Tent with aluminum foil and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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