Pan-Seared British Lamb Chops with Minted Pea Purée

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Tender British lamb chops pan-seared to a golden brown, served with a fresh minted pea purée that complements the savory flavors perfectly. This British-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs British lamb chops, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 British cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 British lamb chops (about 1 lb total) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add the lamb chops to the skillet and sear without moving for 3-4 minutes until a golden crust forms. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Remove chops and let rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, bring 2 cups frozen peas and 1/4 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Cook for 3 minutes until peas are tender and bright green.
  4. Step 4: Drain peas, reserving 2 tbsp cooking water. Transfer peas, 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and reserved water to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding extra water if needed for a purée consistency.
  5. Step 5: Taste pea purée and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve the rested lamb chops atop a generous spoonful of minted pea purée.

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