Lamb Chops with Chimichurri and Peas
JojoM
Juicy lamb chops served with a vibrant herbaceous chimichurri and sweet green peas, topped with crunchy almonds. This dish is quick, flavourful, and perfect for entertaining.
Lamb Chops with Chimichurri and Peas
JojoMJuicy lamb chops served with a vibrant herbaceous chimichurri and sweet green peas, topped with crunchy almonds. This dish is quick, flavourful, and perfect for entertaining.
Chef's Tips
Substitute lamb with veal, beef, or firm white fish.
Use frozen peas if fresh ones aren't in season.
Chimichurri can be made in advance and stored in the fridge.
Tools Used
Blender
Sauté Pan
Pot
Mixing Bowl
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
Chimichurri
Instructions
Prepare the Chimichurri
- 1
Place parsley, coriander, mint, and garlic in a blender.
- 2
Start blending and gradually add olive oil, green Tabasco®, cumin, lemon juice, and orange zest until smooth.
- 3
Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
Cook the Peas
- 1
Boil peas in salted water for 6 minutes.
- 2
Drain and immediately transfer to ice water to stop cooking.
- 3
Set aside until ready to serve.
Sear the Lamb Chops
- 1
Season lamb chops with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a pan and sear the chops on high heat until browned.
- 3
Add a knob of butter and baste until cooked to your liking.
- 4
Remove and let rest on a plate.
Finish and Serve
- 1
Reheat peas in a sauté pan with butter and deglaze with orange juice.
- 2
Season to taste with fine salt.
- 3
Plate a spoonful of chimichurri, top with three lamb chops, spoon over peas, and sprinkle with chopped almonds.
Comments & Reviews
Elena
6/14/2025
Delicious! The chimichurri added such a punch of flavour—loved it with lamb.
James
6/13/2025
I used beef instead and it turned out great. Chimichurri is now a go-to sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 portion (approx. 300g)
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
