Lamb Chop or Steaks with Garlic,Paprika and Herb Butter

A 20 minute supper dish with a home made garlic, paprika and herb butter.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Serves: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 4 lean lamb chops, cutlets or leg steaks

  • For the Garlic and Herb Butter:

  • 100g unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped mixed herbs (e.g flat-leaf parsley and chives)
  • Juice of ¼ lemon

Method

  1. To prepare the garlic and herb butter; mix all the ingredients together. Form into a sausage shape, wrap in cling film or foil and chill until required.
  2. Cook the lamb under a preheated moderate grill for 6-8 minutes. Turn over the chops and continue to cook for a further 3-4 minutes.
  3. Top with a disc of the herb butter. Return to the grill and continue to cook for a further 3-4 minutes.
  4. Serve the chops with the salad and crusty bread.