This delicious pistachio-crusted lamb chops recipe offers a perfect balance of tender lamb and crunchy, flavorful pistachios. It's simple yet elegant, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 8 pieces lamb chops about 1-inch thick each
- 1 cup pistachios roasted and unsalted, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard prepared
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Brush each lamb chop with the mustard mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- Press the finely chopped pistachios onto both sides of each lamb chop, creating a crust.
- Place the lamb chops on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the lamb chops reach your desired level of doneness.
- Remove from the oven and let the lamb chops rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 2gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg