Grilled Lamb Chops
Ingredients
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6 lamb chops, about 3/4-inch thick
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2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
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Coarse sea salt
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Pinch cayenne pepper
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1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
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1 tbsp. fresh rosemary leaves
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2 large garlic cloves, crushed
Method
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01In a food processor fitted with a metal blade add the garlic, rosemary, thyme, cayenne, and salt. Pulse until combined. Pour in olive oil and pulse into a paste. Rub the paste on both sides of the lamb chops and let them marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. Remove from refrigerator and allow the chops to come to room temperature; it will take about 20 minutes.
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02Heat a grill pan over high heat until almost smoking, add the chops and sear for about 2 minutes. Flip the chops over and cook for another 3 minutes for medium-rare and 3 1/2 minutes for medium.
