Best Mediterranean Grilled Lamb Steaks Recipes

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CHEF JOHN'S GRILLED LAMB STEAKS



Chef John's Grilled Lamb Steaks image

Using vinaigrette as a sauce for grilled meats is one of my favorite 'cheats' of all time. They take minutes to whisk together, there's absolutely no culinary finesse required, and the combinations of oils, vinegar, and flavorings are limitless. How about balsamic vinaigrette on some grilled skirt steak? Maybe mustard dressing on some pork chops? How could grilled chicken drizzled with Greek dressing and feta cheese not be awesome?

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb

Time 8h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 bunch fresh tarragon leaves, torn
½ bunch fresh mint leaves, torn
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 center-cut lamb leg steaks, 1 1/2-inch thick
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk tarragon, 1/2 bunch mint, yogurt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, cumin, and 1 teaspoon black pepper together in a bowl; pour marinade into a resealable plastic bag. Add lamb steaks, coat with marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Whisk 1/4 cup olive oil, sherry vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Add 2 tablespoons chopped mint and stir to combine vinaigrette.
  • Remove steaks from marinade and scrape off all herbs and garlic; discard marinade. Drizzle steaks with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook steaks on the preheated grill until browned on the outside and slightly pink in the center, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Transfer steaks to a plate, drizzle 1/2 of the vinaigrette over the steaks, cover the steaks with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes. Transfer steaks to individual plates and drizzle remaining vinaigrette over each.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 93.3 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 80.3 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED LAMB CHOP RECIPE WITH TOMATO MINT QUINOA



Mediterranean Grilled Lamb Chop Recipe with Tomato Mint Quinoa image

Super tender grilled lamb chops that have been marinated in Mediterranean spices, garlic, and lemon juice. Serve them with tomato mint quinoa included in this recipe and a little Tztaziki sauce or see other ideas below!

Provided by The Mediterranean Dish

Categories     Entree

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 tsp garlic paste (or finely minced garlic)
1 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp ground green cardamom
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp salt
scant 1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves
Olive oil
2 frenched racks of lamb, fat trimmed, separated into chops (about 16 chops)
1 large lemon, juice of
1 small yellow or red onion, sliced
1 cup dry quinoa, rinsed
water
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 14.5 oz can petit tomato diced
Salt and pepper
1 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, more for garnish
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl combine the garlic and spices with 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves and 2 tbsp of olive oil. This makes a rub for the lamb.
  • Take the lamb chops and rub them each on both sides with the garlic-spice rub. Place the chops in a deep dish with 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice and onions. Cover and leave in the fridge for 1 to 4 hours.
  • 20 to 25 minutes before grilling, remove the lamb chops from the fridge and let them rest at room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to package instructions, adding a dash of salt and olive oil to the cooking water. (For 1 cup of quinoa, you'll add 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to medium low and simmer until water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.)
  • Now let's add flavor to the cooked quinoa! In a non-stick pan, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Stir in garlic and cook very briefly and then add the canned diced tomato. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Now, stir in the cooked quinoa. Once warmed through, add the chopped fresh mint. Stir to combine and remove from heat. Off heat, add chopped red onions, feta cheese and more fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Time to grill the lamb chops! Heat an a gas grill (or an indoor grill pan) over high heat (make sure the grill is super hot) add the lamb chops and grill for about 2 minutes. Flip the chops over and cook for another 3 minutes for medium-rare or 3 1/2 minutes for medium (internal temperature should register 125 degrees F for medium-rare or 135 degrees F for medium). Let the chops rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • When ready to serve, transfer the tomato mint quinoa to serving bowls, top with 2 lamb chops per person. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Sugar 0.5 g, Sodium 329.7 mg, Fat 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, TransFat 0.6 g, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 45.2 g, Cholesterol 160.5 mg

MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED LAMB STEAKS



Mediterranean Grilled Lamb Steaks image

Provided by Paul Grimes

Categories     Lamb     Olive     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Father's Day     Dinner     Artichoke     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
2 (3-by 1-inch) strips orange zest
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 (14-to 15-ounces) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 (14-ounces) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, coarsely chopped
1 (2-pounds) boneless top round lamb roast
Equipment: a large (2-burner) grill pan

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Cook garlic, bay leaf, fennel seeds, and zest, stirring, until fennel seeds are golden, about 1 minute. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until pale golden, about 3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium, then add tomatoes with their juice, artichokes, and olives and cook, covered, until vegetables are tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Discard bay leaf and zest.
  • Meanwhile, heat grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.
  • Cut lamb across the grain into 4 (1-inch-thick) steaks. Brush both sides of steaks with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper (total).
  • Grill lamb, turning once, about 10 minutes total for medium-rare.
  • Spoon tomato mixture onto plates and top with lamb.

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