Grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Chutney
Grilled lamb chops are a classic for a reason—they're juicy, flavorful, and easy to make. But when you add a sweet and savory fig chutney to the mix, you take them to the next level. The chutney is made with fresh figs, onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, and honey, and it cooks down until it's thick and syrupy. The combination of the grilled lamb chops and the fig chutney is irresistible, and it's sure to become a new favorite.
I first had grilled lamb chops with fig chutney at a restaurant in the south of France. I was immediately smitten with the dish, and I've been making it ever since. Over the years, I've experimented with different ingredients and techniques, and I've finally perfected my recipe. I'm confident that you'll love it as much as I do.
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Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Lamb loin chops (1 1/2 pounds)
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • Figs (10 large)
  • Onion (1/2 yellow onion)
  • Garlic (3 cloves)
  • Red wine vinegar (1/4 cup)
  • Honey (2 tablespoons)
Instructions
  1. Prepare the lamb chops by seasoning them with salt and pepper. Drizzle some olive oil over them to coat.
  2. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Grill the lamb chops for 6-8 minutes per side or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
  4. While the lamb chops are grilling, prepare the fig chutney.
  5. Combine the figs, onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, honey, and a dash of salt and pepper in a saucepan.
  6. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the figs soften and the chutney thickens.
  7. Serve the grilled lamb chops with the fig chutney on top.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for extra flavor.
Why It Works
  • The lamb chops are grilled over high heat, which gives them a nice char on the outside and keeps them juicy on the inside.
  • The fig chutney is made with fresh figs, which are in season in the summer. The figs add a sweetness to the chutney, while the onion and garlic add depth of flavor.
  • The red wine vinegar adds a bit of acidity to the chutney, which helps to balance out the sweetness of the figs.
  • The honey adds a touch of sweetness to the chutney, and it also helps to thicken it.
  • The combination of the grilled lamb chops and the fig chutney is irresistible. The lamb chops are juicy and flavorful, and the chutney is sweet and savory.