Grilled Oregano-Lemon Lamb Chops with Orzo |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Ingredients:
8 4-ounce lamb rib chops (or 4 8-ounce loin chops) |
1/3 cup olive oil |
2 whole lemons, thinly sliced |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano (or 2 teaspoons dried oregano) |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper |
1 pound orzo |
1 large tomato, chopped |
tsatsiki |
Directions:
1. Combine all the ingredients except the orzo and the tomato in a shallow dish. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours.
2. In a large stove-top grill pan or in the broiler, grill the rib chops 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium rare, 4 to 5 minutes for medium to medium well. (For loin chops, grill 5 to 6 minutes for medium rare, 7 to 8 minutes for medium to medium well.)
3. Meanwhile, prepare the orzo according to the package instructions for 4 servings. Add the tomato, stir, and season to taste with salt. Serve hot with the chops, accompanied by the Tsatsiki.
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