BALSAMIC-MARINATED LAMB CHOPS

BALSAMIC-MARINATED LAMB CHOPS image

Categories Lamb

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3 large garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
3 large shallots, coarsely chopped
3/4 tsp. dried thyme
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
6 - 1 1/2-inch thick loin lamb chops
vegetable oil for brushing the chops

Steps:

In a bowl, whisk together the vinegar, the garlic, the shallots, the thyme, the salt, and the pepper. In a sturdy, sealable large plastic bag combine the chops and the marinade, seal the bag, forcing out as much air as possible,andlet the chops marinate, chilled, turning them several times, for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain the chops, pat them dry with paper towels, and let them rest at room temperature. Brush the chops with oil and grill them on a well-oiled rack set 5-6 inches over glowing coals for 8 minutes on each side for medium-rare meat, or until they are just springy to the touch. Transfer the chops to the platter andlet them stand 5 minutes.