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Lamb Cutlets with Garlic, Lemon and Paprika Marinade

These easy lamb cutlets are marinated with garlic, lemon and paprika before being quickly cooked until tender and full of flavour. Whether you're looking for a simple lamb cutlets recipe, a marinade for lamb cutlets or advice on how to cook lamb cutlets perfectly, this recipe is ideal for a quick midweek meal or summer barbecue. Lamb cutlets cook in just a few minutes and pair perfectly with seasonal vegetables, salads or potatoes for an easy family dinner.
4 people
15 min
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Nutrition per serving
  • kcal
    650kcal
  • protein
    52g
  • iron
    3.8mg
  • carbs
    26g

Ingredients

  • 12 lamb cutlets, well trimmed
  • 2 tablesp. olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • Finely grated rind and juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teasp. ground paprika
  • 2 teasp. chopped fresh oregano or thyme
  • 1 teasp. clear honey
  • Sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper
  • Serve with peach, soft cheese and rocket leaves, dressed with a little olive oil and lemon juice
Main
  • 12 lamb cutlets, well trimmed
  • 2 tablesp. olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • Finely grated rind and juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teasp. ground paprika
  • 2 teasp. chopped fresh oregano or thyme
  • 1 teasp. clear honey
  • Sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper
  • Serve with peach, soft cheese and rocket leaves, dressed with a little olive oil and lemon juice

Method

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In a shallow non-metallic dish, combine the olive oil, garlic, lemon zest and juice, paprika, fresh herbs and honey. Season with salt and black pepper, then mix well to create a flavourful marinade for the lamb cutlets.

Add the lamb cutlets to the marinade and turn to coat evenly. Leave to marinate for at least 10 minutes, or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours for a deeper flavour. The longer the lamb marinates, the more tender and flavourful it will become.

When ready to cook, preheat a barbecue or griddle pan until hot. Remove the lamb cutlets from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip away. Cook over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium or 4 to 5 minutes per side for well done. Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the cutlets. 

Transfer the lamb cutlets to a warm plate and allow them to rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving. Resting helps keep the lamb tender and juicy.

Serve with the salad and crusty bread.

 

Lamb Cutlet Quick Cooking Guide

Doneness Cooking Time
Medium Rare 2–3 minutes per side
Medium 3–4 minutes per side
Well Done 4–5 minutes per side
 
Rest: 3–5 minutes before serving
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Method

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In a shallow non-metallic dish, combine the olive oil, garlic, lemon zest and juice, paprika, fresh herbs and honey. Season with salt and black pepper, then mix well to create a flavourful marinade for the lamb cutlets.

Add the lamb cutlets to the marinade and turn to coat evenly. Leave to marinate for at least 10 minutes, or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours for a deeper flavour. The longer the lamb marinates, the more tender and flavourful it will become.

When ready to cook, preheat a barbecue or griddle pan until hot. Remove the lamb cutlets from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip away. Cook over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium or 4 to 5 minutes per side for well done. Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the cutlets. 

Transfer the lamb cutlets to a warm plate and allow them to rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving. Resting helps keep the lamb tender and juicy.

Serve with the salad and crusty bread.

 

Lamb Cutlet Quick Cooking Guide

Doneness Cooking Time
Medium Rare 2–3 minutes per side
Medium 3–4 minutes per side
Well Done 4–5 minutes per side
 
Rest: 3–5 minutes before serving
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