Grilled Lamb Chops w Curried Couscous and Zucchini raita

Grilled Lamb Chops w Curried Couscous and Zucchini raita 




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INGREDIENTS 

3/4 teaspoon of curry spice 

1/4 teaspoon of turmeric (optional) 

1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon 

1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper 

1.5 cups of water 

1 and 1/4 teaspoons of salt 

2 tablespoons of butter without salt 

1 1/4 cups of couscous (8 ounces) 

1 1/4 lb lamb shoulder blade chops (1/2-inch thick) 

1 cup regular Greek yogurt 

1 medium zucchini (about 1/2 lb), roughly shredded (approximately 1 cup) 

1/4 teaspoon dried mint, crushed 

Special tool: a thoroughly-used large (2-burner) grill pan with ridges 

Getting Ready 

Warm a lightly greased grill pan on medium-high heat until it’s hot but not producing smoke. 

In the meantime, in a small heavy saucepan over moderate heat, toast curry, turmeric (if included), cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, stirring continuously until aromatic, approximately 1 minute. Incorporate water, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and butter, then bring to a boil. Put couscous into a heat-resistant bowl and add the boiling water mixture, then promptly cover it with a plate or plastic wrap and allow it to sit for 5 minutes. 

As couscous rests, dry the chops with a towel and season both sides with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and the other 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Grill the chops, flipping them once, for approximately 6 minutes total for medium-rare. Move to a serving dish. 

For raita, mix yogurt, zucchini, mint, and the other 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Use a fork to fluff the couscous and pair it with lamb and raita...and the grilled lamb chop is set for celebrations! Great! 

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