Name: Balsamic lamb chops with minted beans recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: Serves: 4
Ingredients: 8 lamb chops; 45ml (3tbsp) balsamic vinegar; 30ml (2tbsp) honey, warmed; 225g (8oz) stringless runner beans, sliced; 350g (12oz) frozen peas; 350g (12oz) frozen broad beans; 30ml (2tbsp) mint jelly; 25g (1oz) butter; Mint sprigs, to garnish

By GoodtoKnow

published 30 April 2019

in Recipes

Lamb and mint is a classic taste combination - but this elegant recipe gives it an original twist

Our guide on how to prepare and cook runner beans will make this recipe even easier!

Ingredients

8 lamb chops
45ml (3tbsp) balsamic vinegar
30ml (2tbsp) honey, warmed
225g (8oz) stringless runner beans, sliced
350g (12oz) frozen peas
350g (12oz) frozen broad beans
30ml (2tbsp) mint jelly
25g (1oz) butter
Mint sprigs, to garnish

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Method

Season the lamb chops with freshly ground black pepper and cook under a medium-hot grill for 3-4 mins on each side. Mix together the vinegar and honey, and brush half of the mixture over the chops. Cook for a further 3-4 mins on each side.
Meanwhile, bring a large pan of lightly salted water to the boil and cook the runner beans for 2-3 mins. Add the peas and broad beans to the pan and cook for a further 3-4 mins until just tender. Drain well and return to the pan.
Break up the mint jelly and stir into the beans and peas with the butter until melted. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve in warmed bowls topped with the chops. Garnish with mint sprigs and drizzle over the rest of the vinegar and honey.

Top Tip for making Balsamic lamb chops with minted beans

Look for lamb chops with a pink colour and plenty of marbling.

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