Grilled Lamb Rib Chops

Name: Grilled Lamb Rib Chops (Castaleta Mishwi (kess-ta-let-ta mish-wee))
Yield: 8 Rib Chops
Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients: 1½ pounds lamb rib rack, cut into 8 rib chops (1-inch-thick chops); ½ cup grated yellow onion (use the large holes of a grater), squeezed dry; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 3 large cloves garlic; ½ teaspoon salt; (You can substitute lamb loin chops.); ¼ teaspoon ground allspice; ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; ½ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon spicy mustard

Castaleta Mishwi (kess-ta-let-ta mish-wee)

Preparation info

8
Rib Chops

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Classic Lebanese Cuisine

By Kamal Al-Faqih

Published 2009

About

The meat on these grilled rib chops is so tender and delicious, it’s like butter. The marinade of balsamic vinegar coupled with fresh lemon, onion, and spices gives the chops great flavor. They are especially appetizing served on a bed of fresh herbs.

Ingredients

For the Rib Chops

1½ pounds lamb rib rack, cut into 8 rib chops (1-inch-thick chops)

Asia
Lebanon
Main course
Mediterranean
Spicy
Gluten-free

Method

Prepare Ahead

The rib chops can be marinated early in the day. Cover and refrigerate. Grill the same day as directed.