Luscious Tandoori Lamb Chops

Total Time

1 HR 10 MIN

Active time 30 MIN

Yield

Serves : 4

Author SUVIR SARAN

Ingredients

8 lamb rib chops (2 1/2 pounds)

3/4 cup Greek yogurt

1/4 cup heavy cream

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

One 3-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced

4 large garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon malt vinegar

1 tablespoon garam masala

1 tablespoon ground cumin

1 tablespoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/4 teaspoon ground mace (optional)

1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Kosher salt

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Method

Step 1
Using a paring knife, cut a few 1/4-inch-deep slashes in each lamb chop. In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt with the heavy cream, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, malt vinegar, garam masala, cumin, paprika, cayenne, mace, nutmeg and 1 teaspoon of salt. Transfer the lamb chops to the marinade and turn to coat, then cover and refrigerate overnight.