Macadamia-Crusted Lamb Chops with Wattleseed Aioli

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Juicy lamb chops coated with chopped macadamia nuts and served alongside a creamy aioli spiced with native wattleseed for a uniquely Australian twist. This Australian-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb loin chops, macadamia nuts, finely chopped, sea salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 Australian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season 8 lamb loin chops with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place 1 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts on a plate. Brush both sides of each chop with 2 tbsp olive oil, then press each chop into the macadamia nuts to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil. Sear the lamb chops for 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the chops for 6-8 minutes for medium-rare, or longer as preferred.
  5. Step 5: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp ground wattleseed. Mix well to create the aioli.
  6. Step 6: Remove lamb chops from the oven and rest for 5 minutes. Serve with wattleseed aioli on the side.

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