American Lamb T-bone Chops with Pecan Dukkah and Salsa Verde

Recipe provided by |Chef Stephen Barber

Servings: 8

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INGREDIENTS

pecan Dukkah:

1 cup pecans, chopped

1/2 cup white sesame seeds

1 tablespoon ground white pepper

1 tablespoon coriander powder

salt as needed


Salsa Verde Marinade:

2 cups olive oil

1 cup parsley, chopped

1 lemon, zest and juice

1/2 cup cilantro

ground black pepper as needed

1 shallot, brunoised

1 American Lamb loin roast, cut into T-bone chops

salt as needed

Ground black pepper as needed

1 eggplant, halved

1 bunch spring onions, whole



DIRECTIONS

METHOD:

For Pecan Dukkah:  In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, pulse pecans, sesame seeds, pepper and coriander powder until mixture is thoroughly combined.  Season with salt to taste; set aside.

For the Salsa Verde Marinade:  In a bowl, combine oil, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, cilantro, pepper and shallot.  Cover lamb chops with marinade, reserving some for vegetables. Season with salt and pepper; marinate for 4 to 24 hours.

In a bowl, combine eggplant and onions; marinate with Salsa Verde Marinade.

American Lamb T-bone Chops with Pecan Dukkah and Salsa Verde

Heat grill.  Place lamb chops, eggplant and onion on grill; grill until charred and done to preference.  Remove eggplant and onion; put back into bowl. Mix with Salsa Verde Marinade; sprinkle with Pecan Dukkah.  Take lamb off grill; let sit for 5 to 10 minutes.

To finish:  Place lamb, eggplant and onion on plate; drizzle with remaining Salsa Verde Marinade and sprinkle with Pecan Dukkah.

Recipe and image provided by the American Lamb Board