Perfect Air Fryer Lamb Chops - Restaurant-Quality Dinner
Perfectly cooked air fryer lamb chops with garlic herb crust. Elegant dinner ready in just 15 minutes with restaurant-quality results!
Instructions
- Step 1: Remove lamb chops from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking
- Step 2: Pat dry with paper towels
- Step 3: In small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and Dijon mustard
- Step 4: Rub herb mixture generously on both sides of lamb chops
- Step 5: Let marinate for 15-20 minutes
- Step 6: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (204°C)
- Step 7: Place lamb chops in air fryer basket in single layer
- Step 8: For medium-rare cook 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway (internal temp 130-135°F)
- Step 9: For medium cook 12-14 minutes (internal temp 140-145°F)
- Step 10: Remove and let rest for 5 minutes
- Step 11: Serve with lemon wedges
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Lamb Doneness Guide
Rare: 120-125°F (49-52°C) - 8-10 minutes Medium-Rare: 130-135°F (54-57°C) - 10-12 minutes (recommended) Medium: 140-145°F (60-63°C) - 12-14 minutes Medium-Well: 150-155°F (66-68°C) - 14-16 minutes
Perfect Lamb Chops Tips
- Room temperature: Critical for even cooking
- Don't overcook: Lamb is best at medium-rare
- Fresh herbs: Make huge flavor difference
- Resting time: Allows juices to redistribute
- Use thermometer: Only accurate way to check doneness
Marinade Variations
Mediterranean:
- Lemon, oregano, garlic, olive oil
Moroccan:
- Cumin, coriander, paprika, mint
Asian-Inspired:
- Soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil
Balsamic:
- Balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic
Serving Suggestions
Elegant Dinner:
- Roasted vegetables
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Red wine reduction
Mediterranean Style:
- Couscous
- Grilled vegetables
- Tzatziki sauce
Modern:
- Cauliflower puree
- Roasted Brussels sprouts
- Mint chimichurri
Side Dish Pairings
- Roasted asparagus
- Greek salad
- Mint peas
- Sweet potato mash
- Ratatouille
Wine Pairing
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Shiraz
- Pinot Noir
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