Tender and flavorful lamb chops, perfectly seared on the grill with a crispy golden crust. An unmissable French classic that is simple yet refined, ready in just a few minutes.
⏱️18 min
📊Easy
👥2 servings
🍽️Main
quickfestivebudget-friendly
Ingredients
4 pièceslamb chops
1 cuillère à caféfine sea salt
0.5 cuillère à caféfreshly ground black pepper
2 cuillères à soupeolive oil
2 brinsfresh thyme
1 brinfresh rosemary
1 goussegarlic
Instructions
1PREPARE THE CHOPS: Remove the lamb chops from the refrigerator 15 minutes before cooking to bring them to room temperature. This ensures even cooking. Pat them gently with paper towels to remove surface moisture, which will help create a beautiful golden crust. Check that the meat doesn't have excess fat and trim a bit if necessary.
2SEASON AND QUICK MARINADE: Lay the chops on a work surface and generously season both sides with fine sea salt and freshly ground pepper. Pour the olive oil into a shallow dish, add the lightly crushed thyme and rosemary sprigs, along with the crushed garlic clove. Dip each chop into this aromatic mixture to coat well. Let rest for 5 minutes so the flavors penetrate the meat.
3PREPARE THE GRILL: Preheat your grill or griddle to high heat for at least 5 minutes. The grill must be very hot: test by holding your hand 10 cm above it—you should have to pull it away quickly. Lightly oil the grate with a paper towel soaked in oil to prevent the chops from sticking.
4GRILL THE CHOPS: Place the chops on the hot grill and let them cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes. You'll hear a gentle sizzle and a beautiful golden crust will form. Flip gently with tongs (not a fork, which pierces the meat) and continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes on the other side. For medium-rare, the meat should reach 55-60°C internally; for well-done, 65-70°C.
5REST AND SERVE: Remove the chops from the grill and place them on a warm plate. Let them rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving: this crucial step allows the fibers to relax and the juices to redistribute, making the meat more tender and juicy. Serve immediately with accompaniments such as green beans, mashed potatoes, or a Mediterranean salad.