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For medium pan-seared lamb chops aim for 63☌ (145☏). If you have a thermometer, check the temperature at the thickest point.

If your lamb chops are thicker, cook them for 30 seconds longer on each side. Place the lamb chops in a single layer and cook for 2 min on each side*. Add the garlic when the pan is really hot and cook until it’s just starting to color (a minute or 2 should be enough). Heat a large heavy-based nonstick frying pan or skillet over high heat for at least 5 min. Cover and then set aside for half an hour at room temperature. Add the garlic cloves to the plate and massage the lamb chops to coat them in the oil. Smash the garlic cloves by pressing down on them with a large-bladed knife. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides. Drizzle the olive oil on top and sprinkle the thyme. Pat off the lamb chops with a paper towel until they are as dry as possible and place them on a deep plate. I converted my husband to medium-rare steaks but I haven’t been that successful with lamb (yet) so I cooked these lamb chops according to his palate. I love the taste of blood (yes), I don’t get squeamish when I cut meat and anything beyond medium-rare feels dry to me. I’m one of these people who would never eat any kind of meat past 63☌. medium-rare it should read 63☌ (145☏), for medium if should read 70☌ (158☏),.

very rare pan-seared lamb chops it should read 52☌ (125☏),.

Check the temperature at the thickest point, for The cooking time also depends on how you prefer your lamb chops. To take the guesswork out of the equation and feel confident, don’t hesitate to use a thermometer. If your lamb chops are about 2cm (1 in) thick or weigh 115g (4 oz) each you will have to cook them for 3 to 5 min on each side. The thicker the cut, the longer it takes to cook. The cooking time depends on how thick your lamb chops actually are. My lamb chops were pretty thin and small. DIFFERENT THICKNESS & TEMPERATURESĪnother thing to keep in mind is that the time given in the recipe is indicative. Heavy-based pans take longer to heat but they conduct the heat more evenly. If you do use a heavy-based pan or skillet heat it for 5 to 10 min. Smokingly hot, otherwise the meat won’t sear properly. One thing to keep in mind is that your pan needs to be really hot when you place the lamb chops on it. Pan-seared lamb chops cook really quickly so it’s important that you stick around and set an alarm. I usually make stewed flageolet beans like the predictable French girl I am but salads, roasted vegetables or any type of potato dish would complement pan-seared lamb chops beautifully! Thus ensuring delicious and evenly cooked pan-seared lamb chops! In the meantime you can prepare a side dish to go with your chops. This way you will let the flavor infuse and bring the lamb chops to room temperature.

However, I encourage you to wait for half an hour after you covered them in olive oil, thyme and garlic, before cooking them. Pan-seared lamb chops are quick to prepare and even quicker to cook. Rest the lamb for 20 minutes before carving.This recipe TAKE THE TIME TO BRING THE MEAT TO ROOM TEMP Transfer to the oven and cook, basting with the pan juices about every 5 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer reads 135 degrees F (or to preferred doneness), 30 to 40 minutes. Interlock the lamb bones from one rack with the other and return the racks to the pan meat-side down with the bones upright. Add the reserved marinade to the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Brown the lamb for 3 to 4 minutes, then remove to a plate. Brush the excess marinade off the lamb (reserve the marinade) and season with salt and pepper. Place a large cast-iron pan over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Let the lamb stand at room temperature for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate, turning occasionally, for at least 6 hours and up to 24 hours. Put the lamb racks on a rimmed baking sheet or in a baking dish and pour the marinade over the racks. In a small bowl, combine the garlic, rosemary, thyme, crushed red pepper and 1/2 cup of the olive oil.