Senary Spice Rubbed Grilled Lamb Chops
Tender lamb chops marinated with a complex six-spice blend and grilled to juicy perfection, highlighting a balance of savory and aromatic flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired Fourth of July recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb loin chops, ground cumin, ground coriander for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 loin chops
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground fennel seeds
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground fennel seeds, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 1/2 tsp salt. Stir in 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp lemon juice to form a paste.
- Step 2: Rub the spice mixture evenly over 8 lamb loin chops, coating both sides. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably 3-4 hours.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Step 4: Grill the lamb chops for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until an internal temperature of 135°F is reached for medium-rare and the exterior is nicely charred.
- Step 5: Transfer chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.









