Smoky Spanish-Style Grilled Lamb Chops with Romesco Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

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Juicy grilled lamb chops infused with smoked paprika and garlic, served alongside vibrant roasted red pepper and almond romesco sauce. This Spanish-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, smoked paprika, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Spanish cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) lamb rib chops
2 tsp smoked paprika
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 large, jarred or fresh roasted red peppers
1/2 cup toasted almonds
2 tbsp sherry vinegar
1/2 tsp smoked chili flakes
1/4 cup bread crumbs
2-3 tbsp water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tsp smoked paprika, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a marinade. Rub this mixture evenly over 8 lamb rib chops.
Step 2: Let the lamb marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes while preparing the romesco sauce.
Step 3: In a food processor, combine 2 large roasted red peppers, 1/2 cup toasted almonds, 2 tbsp sherry vinegar, 1/4 cup bread crumbs, 1/2 tsp smoked chili flakes, and 2-3 tbsp water. Pulse until smooth but still a bit textured.
Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 450°F). Grill the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to desired doneness.
Step 5: Let the chops rest for 5 minutes, then serve each with a generous spoonful of the romesco sauce alongside for dipping.