Honey-Spiced Ethiopian Coffee Rubbed Grilled Lamb Chops

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Tender lamb chops grilled with a fragrant honey and Ethiopian coffee-based spice rub, offering a smoky, sweet, and complex flavor profile. This Ethiopian-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, ground Ethiopian coffee, berbere spice blend for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Ethiopian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp ground Ethiopian coffee, 1 tbsp berbere spice blend, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the spice rub.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 8 lamb rib chops (about 2 lbs), then rub both sides evenly with 2 tbsp olive oil.
  3. Step 3: Generously coat each lamb chop with the spice rub, pressing it into the meat. Drizzle 2 tbsp honey over the chops and gently pat to adhere.
  4. Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot, about 5 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Grill lamb chops for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if desired, until grill marks form and internal temperature reaches 135°F.
  6. Step 6: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

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