8 lamb loin chops, 1-1/4 thick
3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
4 minced shallots
1 tsp dry thyme leaves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
COMPOUND PIMIENTO BUTTER
1/4 lb butter, unsalted, softened
1/3 cup pimento, drained,
1 =or=
1/3 cup roasted red bell pepper
1 tsp lemon juice, fresh
Directions
Trim lamb chops well and place in a large ziplock bag or bowl. Whisk
next 5 ingredients separately and pour them over chops. Shake or stir
to coat well. Seal bag, squeezing out as much air as possible;
tightly cover if in bowl. Marinate chops in refrigerator for at
least 8 hours or overnight, turning bag several times.
Remove from refrigerator, drain and RESERVE marinade. Grill chops
over gas or charcoal grill, about 5 minutes per side, until
medium-rare. Brush at least once with reserved marinade.
Transfer chops to a serving platter and serve immediately. Top each
chop with a dollop of compound pimiento butter.
Compound pimiento butter: Whirl all three ingredients in blender or
food processor until pimiento is minced and butter is orange-colored.
Pack into a small bowl and chill until ready to use.
Submitted By RICHARD DOUVILLE On 05-26-95
Servings: 8 servings
Balsamic Vinegar-Marinated Lamb Chops Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Lamb; Meat
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