Lamb with Minted Peas

Simple lamb chops grilled to pink perfection with a fresh garnish of green peas with mint, butter and lemon. A classic New Zealand combination showcasing lamb's natural flavor.

Ingredients

• 8 lamb chops
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• 300 g green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 30 g butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bunch mint, chopped
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon

Method

1. 1
   Brush lamb chops with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Grill or sear in a hot pan 3–4 minutes per side until pink inside. Rest.
2. 2
   Cook peas in lightly salted boiling water 2–3 minutes. Drain.
3. 3
   Melt butter, sauté garlic until soft. Add peas, mint, lemon zest and juice. Toss.
4. 4
   Serve lamb chops alongside the minted peas.