Sesame lemon lamb chops

Serves: 4

Preparation: 10 minutes

Marinade: 30 minutes 

Cooking: about 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 12 to 16 lamb chops
• 60 ml (4 tbsp) soy sauce
• 1 lemon, juice and zest
• 15 ml (1 tbsp) honey
• 5 ml (1 tsp) baking soda
• 15 ml (1 tbsp) dried tarragon
• 60 ml (4 tbsp) sesame seeds
• 60 ml (4 tbsp) butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 125 ml (1/2 cup) panko breadcrumbs
• 60 ml (4 tbsp) cooking oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

The filling

• Broccoli, sautéed
• Grelot potatoes, roasted

Preparation

1. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, baking soda, chops, cover and marinate, 30 minutes.
2. In another bowl, mix tarragon, sesame seeds, butter, garlic, zest, panko breadcrumbs, a little salt and pepper.
3. Preheat oven, rack in center to 425°F (220°C).
4. Remove and pat dry chops.
5. In a hot skillet, over high heat, sear chops in a little oil, 1 minute on each side.
6. Arrange chops on a baking sheet, spread prepared panko mixture on top and cook in oven, 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness of chops.
7. Serve with sautéed greens and a few potatoes.