Charcoal-Grilled Spiced Lamb Chops with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

Tender lamb chops marinated in warm spices and grilled over charcoal for smoky depth, served with a cooling garlic yogurt sauce. This Middle Eastern-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, ground cumin, ground coriander for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 8 chops, about 1 inch thick lamb rib chops
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Add 8 lamb rib chops and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
2. Step 2: Prepare your charcoal grill to medium-high heat, allowing the coals to develop a white ash coating (approximately 15-20 minutes).
3. Step 3: Place the marinated lamb chops on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare or longer for desired doneness. Let rest for 5 minutes after grilling.
4. Step 4: While lamb rests, mix 1 cup plain Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl to make the garlic yogurt sauce.
5. Step 5: Serve the grilled lamb chops accompanied by a generous dollop of the garlic yogurt sauce for a refreshing contrast to the smoky spices.