Meyer Lemon Herb Butter For Lamb
- Meyer Lemon Herb Butter
- 1 stick Salted Butter,room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Chopped Oregano
- 1.5 teaspoons Fresh Chopped Chives
- 2 teaspoons Finely Minced Fresh Rosemary Leaves
- Zest of 2 Meyer Lemons
- 1/2 teaspoon Meyer Lemon Juice
- Lamb Loin Chops
- 4 Bone In Lamb Loin Chops - about 6-7 Oz each
- 1 Meyer Lemon or Organic Lemon, halved
- Kosher Salt
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- Optional Rosemary Sprigs, for Garnish
- To Prepare the Herb Butter - rnMix the Herbs and Zest and the 1/2 teaspoon Meyer Lemon Juice into the butter until well incorporated. rnSpoon the butter onto a sheet of plastic wrap, and try to spoon it a row. Roll up the plastic wrap around the butter to create a log shape.rnTransfer to the freezer for 10 minutes or so until firm. rnWhen ready to use, slice and bring Butter to room temperature before serving. rnAny leftover can be stored 1-2 days in the freezer for another use
- To Prepare the Lamb - rnPreheat oven to 350. rnBring Lamb to room temperature.rnSprinkle Lamb liberally on both sides with Coarse Salt and Black Pepper.
- Heat an oven proof skillet over medium high flame for several minutes. rnSear Lamb for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- When ready to serve, squeeze a bit of Meyer Lemon over each chop and top with a round of Herb Butter. Optionally garnish with Rosemary sprigs and the remaining lemon halves.
- Transfer skillet to oven and cook for 22 minutes for medium rare.rnRemove skillet from the oven and lightly tent it and the lamb with foil for 4-5 minutes.
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Taken from food52.com/recipes/22653-meyer-lemon-herb-butter-for-lamb (may not work)