Lamb Chops With Braised Shallots And Couscous

• 12 None shallots, peeled and sliced in half
• 100 ml balsamic vinegar
• 50 ml apple juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 250 ml water
• 250 g couscous
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 bunch chives, finely chopped
• 600 g lamb steaks, cut into 4 portions
• 1 medium courgette, halved and sliced
• 50 g parmesan cheese, shaved for garnsih

1. To make the sauce, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan and saute the shallots. Add the vinegar, apple juice and honey, season with salt and pepper and simmer for about 8 mins.
2. Meanwhile, place the couscous in a shallow dish and add 1 cup boiling water. Mix and let sit for 8-10 mins until water is absorbed. Add the remaining olive oil and the chives and mix well.
3. Brown the lamb chops over medium heat for 5-8 mins, turning once. Remove from the pan, cover with aluminum foil and allow to rest for 2-3 mins. Brown the zucchini in the same pan for 2-3 mins, turning. Place the lamb chops, zucchini and couscous on a plate. Top with the sauce and garnish with the Parmesan shavings.

shallots, balsamic vinegar, apple juice, honey, water, couscous, olive oil, chives, courgette, parmesan cheese

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