Griddled Lamb Chops With Pine Nuts And Pomegranate Tabbouleh

Griddled Lamb Chops With Pine Nuts And Pomegranate Tabbouleh
  • Author: James Martin

This hearty and flavorful recipe combines tender lamb chops with fragrant bulgur wheat tabbouleh. The tabbouleh is a delightful mix of nutty bulgur wheat, crunchy pine nuts, juicy pomegranate seeds, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Paired with succulent griddled lamb chops that are seasoned with aromatic rosemary, this dish is a feast for the senses and a perfect choice for a special meal.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 175g/6oz bulgur wheat
  • 700ml/1¼ pints chicken stock
  • 2 chipotle
  • 1 tsp caraway seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp coriander seeds
  • 2 garlic
  • 2 shallots
  • 2 red chillies
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 200g/7oz toasted pine nuts
  • 1 pomegranate
  • ½ bunch fresh mint
  • ½ bunch fresh coriander
  • 1 lemon
  • and freshly ground saltblack pepper
  • 8 lamb chops
  • ½ bunch rosemary
  • 50ml/2fl oz olive oil

Instructions

  • For the bulgur wheat, place the bulgur wheat in a saucepan and cover with warm chicken stock. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked.
  • Drain the bulgur wheat, allow to cool and add to a large bowl.
  • Soak the chipotle dried chillies in hot water for five minutes until soft, remove and add to a food processor.
  • Heat a small frying pan and heat the fenugreek, cumin and coriander seeds until they start to give off a strong smell, then add them to the food processor.
  • Add the garlic, shallots, chillies and oil to the food processor and blend until smooth. Add a couple of tablespoons of the mix to the bulgur wheat and stir.
  • Add the pine nuts, pomegranate, mint, coriander, lemon juice and zest and finish with salt and pepper and a little olive oil. Set aside.
  • For the griddled lamb chops, heat a large griddle pan and dip the rosemary bunch in the olive oil. Brush the chops with the oil-soaked rosemary. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the chops for a couple of minutes each side continuing to brush with the rosemary and oil.
  • To serve, place the tabbouleh in the centre of each of four plates and lean the lamb chops up against the tabbouleh.

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Cook Time

30M

Prep Time

PT30M

Yield

Serves 4