Greek Lamb Chops (Paidakia)
These Greek lamb chops, known as Paidakia, are marinated in a simple yet flavorful mixture of lemon, garlic, and herbs. They are traditionally grilled to perfection, resulting in tender, juicy meat with a beautiful char. A staple of Greek tavernas, they are surprisingly easy to make at home.
Оригінальний рецепт від Forkin
- Загальний час
- 40 хв
- Порції
- 4
- Складність
- Середньо
- На порцію
- 579 kcal
Підготовка
Інгредієнти
- 8 шт.lamb chop, bone-in, about 1-inch thick
- 1 шт.lemon, juiced
- 0,25 склянкаolive oil
- 3 зубчикgarlic, minced
- 2 ч. л.dried oregano
- 1 ст. л.fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 ч. л.salt
- 0,5 ч. л.black pepper, freshly ground
Приладдя
tongs · grill · large bowl · meat thermometer · whisk
Спосіб приготування
Крок за кроком
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, chopped fresh rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Близько 2 хв
Примітка кухаря: Ensure the garlic is finely minced for even flavor distribution.
- 2
Add the lamb chops to the bowl with the marinade, ensuring each chop is thoroughly coated. You can also place them in a resealable bag.
Близько 1 хв
- 3
Cover the bowl or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
Примітка кухаря: For best results, marinate for at least 2 hours.
- 4
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 200-230°C or 400-450°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Близько 10 хв
Примітка кухаря: A clean, well-oiled grill prevents sticking and promotes good grill marks.
- 5
Remove the lamb chops from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
Близько 1 хв
- 6
Place the lamb chops on the hot grill. Grill for 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness.
Близько 10 хв
Примітка кухаря: Use a meat thermometer for accuracy; 57°C (135°F) for medium-rare.
- 7
Transfer the grilled lamb chops to a clean plate or cutting board.
- 8
Tent the lamb chops loosely with foil and let them rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring tender meat.
Близько 10 хв
Примітка кухаря: Resting is crucial for juicy chops.
- 9
Serve immediately, perhaps with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of fresh oregano.
На порцію
Харчова цінність
- Калорії
- 578,7kcal
- Білки
- 39,7g
- Вуглеводи
- 4,9g
- Жири
- 45,2g
- Клітковина
- 1,6g
- Цукри
- 0,8g
Розраховано за кількістю інгредієнтів у рецепті. Значення можуть відрізнятися залежно від брендів і замін.
Правильне зберігання
Store leftover lamb chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Gently reheat in a pan over low heat or in the oven at 150°C (300°F) until just warmed through to avoid drying them out.