Honey Garlic Lamb Chops | Lamb Chops recipes

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index, while sugar syrup is more economical.

lamb chops

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork chops

Chicken thighs provide a leaner option, while pork chops are generally less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos are lower in sodium.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is a cost-effective substitute.

Mix orange juice, soy sauce, and liquid honey together for the sauce and set aside.

Rinse lamb chops with cold water and lemon juice, then pat dry.

Drizzle olive oil over lamb chops and massage it in.

Season lamb chops with garlic powder, onion powder, ginger powder, salt, minced oregano, thyme, garlic, and black pepper, then massage the seasoning in.

Let the lamb chops marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or overnight if desired.

Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat and add oil.

Sear lamb chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned, turning them on their sides if necessary.

Remove smaller pieces of lamb chops as they cook faster to prevent overcooking.

In the same skillet, add unsalted butter, ginger, and garlic, cooking until garlic is slightly golden.

Pour in the sauce mixture and simmer over medium heat for about a minute to thicken slightly.

Baste the lamb chops with the sauce for about a minute, adjusting cooking time for desired doneness.

Let the lamb chops rest before serving, optionally garnished with parsley.

Serve with mashed potatoes and sautéed vegetables.

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