Sweet and Sour Tamarind-Glazed Lamb Chops
Juicy lamb chops are broiled and brushed with a tamarind-lime glaze that balances tangy, sweet, and subtly spicy notes. Warm spices and fish sauce add depth while the high heat caramelizes the sugars for a glossy finish. Serve Sweet and Sour Tamarind-Glazed Lamb Chops for a bold, weeknight-friendly entrée that feels special enough for guests.
- Prep15 min
- Cook10 min
- Serves3
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, tamarind paste, garlic, lime juice, fish sauce, salt, Sriracha, pepper, cinnamon, clove, and fennel to make the marinade.
- 2
Add lamb chops and coat thoroughly.
- 3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 and up to 12 hours.
- 4
During marination, turn the chops over a few times if possible.
- 5
Preheat the broiler on high for at least 10 minutes.
- 6
Transfer the lamb chops to a greased, foil-lined pan.
- 7
Broil about 7 to 8 inches from the heat for about 4 minutes per side.
- 8
Remove from the broiler and brush excess marinade onto both sides.
- 9
Return to the broiler for another 1 to 2 minutes to glaze and finish cooking.
- 10
An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
- 11
Remove from the oven, cover the pan loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.
- 12
Transfer the lamb chops to a serving platter and drizzle with the pan juices.
- 13
Garnish with lime wedges, diced onion, fresh mint, and more Sriracha if desired.
- Calories 600.7 kcal High
- Protein 58.56 g Good Source
- Carbs 47.84 g Moderate
- Total Fat 16.71 g High
- Saturated Fat 6.48 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 187.61 mg High
- Sodium 710.49 mg High
- Fiber 4.15 g Moderate
- Sugar 21.8 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 349.57 mg Good Source
- Iron 5.72 mg Good Source
- Potassium 921.41 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 7.77 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 45.7 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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