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Dukkah-Crusted Lamb Chops with Pomegranate Molasses

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Dukkah-Crusted Lamb Chops with Pomegranate Molasses

Dukkah-Crusted Lamb Chops with Pomegranate Molasses

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Equipment

  • Hand Mixer - For blending spices to make homemade Dukkah.

  • Spice Grinder - To grind whole seeds and nuts typically found in a traditional Dukkah recipe (e.g., coriander, cumin, hazelnuts).

  • Food Processor - For mixing spices and other ingredients when preparing the crust or marinade.

  • Measuring Cups and Spoons - Essential for accurately measuring out spice quantities.

  • Spatula or Wooden Spoon - Useful for tossing and coating the lamb chops with Dukkah and pomegranate molasses mixture.

  • Oven-Safe Skillet (e.g., cast iron) - Ideal for searing the lamb chops after applying the crust.

  • Digital Kitchen Scale - For precision in ingredient measurements, especially if following a recipe that calls for specific weights.

  • Cutting Board and Knife Set - Necessary for prepping ingredients like pomegranate and any additional vegetables.

  • Roasting Pan (e.g., stainless steel or aluminum) - For roasting the lamb chops in the oven to achieve a perfect crust.

  • Meat Thermometer - Ensures the lamb chops are cooked to perfection, reaching safe internal temperatures without overcooking.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted natural pistachios, shelled

  • 2 1/2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses*

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 16 small lamb rib chops, well trimmed

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Place first 6 ingredients in food processor. Using on/off turns, blend until mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Transfer dukkah to shallow bowl; set aside. DO AHEAD: Dukkah can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover tightly and let stand at room temperature.
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Instruction 2

Whisk pomegranate molasses and honey in small bowl; set aside.
3

Instruction 3

Season lamb chops with salt and pepper. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of lamb chops to pan. Cook to desired doneness, about 2 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer lamb chops to plate; tent with foil to keep warm. Repeat with remaining chops. Holding each chop by bone end, dip both sides of meat in dukkah to coat and transfer to platter. Drizzle honey mixture over chops and serve.
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Instruction 4

* A thick pomegranate syrup; available at some supermarkets and at Middle Eastern markets and from adrianascaravan.com.
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