Pan-Seared Lamb Chops with Minted Pea Purée

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Juicy lamb chops pan-seared to medium-rare and served with a vibrant minted pea purée, reflecting the pastoral flavors of the British countryside. This British-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs lamb chops, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 lamb chops and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Place the lamb chops in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until a rich brown crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare. Remove chops and let rest under foil.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, bring 2 cups frozen peas to a boil in a small pot of salted water, cooking for 3 minutes until tender and bright green. Drain immediately.
  4. Step 4: In a blender, combine the cooked peas, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 minced garlic clove. Blend until smooth and season with salt to taste.
  5. Step 5: Spoon the minted pea purée onto plates and arrange the rested lamb chops on top. Serve immediately with a drizzle of pan juices if desired.

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