These Tandoori Lamb Chops are tender, richly spiced, and finished with a light char for that classic tandoori flavor. A yogurt-based marinade enhanced with warm spices like nutmeg and cumin makes this dish perfectly suited to lamb’s bold, juicy character.
Servings 8chops
Course Entree
Cuisine Indian
Ingredients
1poundLamb Chopsapproximately 8 chops
1/2cupGreek yogurt
1tbspGinger-garlic paste
1tspKashmiri Red Chili powder
1/8tspNutmeg Powderpinch
1tspCumin powder
1tspGaram Masala
Salt to taste
1tbspLemon juice
1tbspOil suitable for grilling
Method
Marinate the Lamb Chops
Mix all the ingredients (except the lamb chops) and whisk them together.
Add the lamb chops to the marinade making sure to coat both sides well. For best results, let them sit in the refrigerator overnight or, if you don’t have much time, then marinate the chops for at least 30-45 minutes.
Grill the Lamp Chops
The chops should be at room temperature when you’re ready to begin cooking them. Take them out of the marinade, shake off any excess coating and rest them on a plate for about 30 minutes.
Sprinkle a small amount of salt on the lamb chops before putting them on the grill. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or adjust time to your preference.
For the oil, it is recommended to use a high smoke point oil such as Vegetable, Canola, Peanut, Avocado, etc., since the meat is going to be grilled. I typically use Canola Oil, but if I'm looking for a change in flavor I sometimes use Ghee or Coconut oil.