Description
These Pomegranate Glazed Lamb Loin Chops are a luxurious yet simple dish featuring juicy lamb infused with citrus and mint, finished with a sweet-tart pomegranate glaze. Perfect for special occasions or elegant dinners at home.
Ingredients
- 2 lamb loin chops, bone-in
- 1/4 cup orange juice (for marinade)
- 1/4 cup pomegranate juice (for marinade)
- 4 mint leaves, torn (for marinade)
- 1/2 cup orange juice (for glaze)
- 3/4 cup pomegranate juice (for glaze)
- 1 1/2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl or zip-top bag, mix 1/4 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup pomegranate juice, and torn mint leaves. Add lamb chops, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove lamb from marinade, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear lamb chops for about 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 5–10 minutes, until internal temperature reaches at least 145°F (medium).
- While lamb bakes, combine 1/2 cup orange juice, 3/4 cup pomegranate juice, and honey in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring often, until thickened and glossy.
- Plate lamb chops, spoon glaze over them, and garnish with chopped mint and pomegranate seeds.
Notes
- Grill lamb instead of baking for a smoky twist.
- Substitute rosemary or thyme for mint if preferred.
- Add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the glaze for extra depth.
- Marinate overnight for maximum flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness—145°F is ideal for medium.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Searing and Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb chop with glaze
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
