Tandoori Lamb Chops Recipe
Ingredients:
Lamb chops – 6 to 8 pieces
Ginger-garlic paste – 2 tbsp
Thick curd (yogurt) – ½ cup
Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
Mustard oil – 2 tbsp (or any oil)
Kashmiri red chili powder – 1 tsp
Red chili powder – 1 tsp (adjust to taste)
Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
Garam masala – 1 tsp
Coriander powder – 1 tsp
Cumin powder – 1 tsp
Crushed kasuri methi – 1 tsp
Salt – to taste
Freshly chopped coriander or parsley – for garnish
Instructions:
1. Clean the Lamb Chops:
Rinse the lamb chops and pat them dry.
Make light slits on the meat so the marinade can penetrate well.
2. First Marination:
Rub the chops with lemon juice, salt, and ginger-garlic paste.
Let it rest for 30 minutes.
3. Second Marination:
In a bowl, mix curd, oil, chili powders, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, coriander, and kasuri methi.
Add the marinated lamb chops and coat them well.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
4. Grill/Bake/Cook:
Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F). Place the chops on a wire rack with a tray underneath.
Grill for 20–25 minutes, turning once halfway, until nicely charred and cooked through.
Or pan-sear in a hot skillet or grill pan for 4–5 minutes on each side and finish in the oven if needed.
5. Serve:
Garnish with lemon slices, fresh herbs, and a sprinkle of chaat masala.
Serve hot with mint chutney or your favorite dip.