Our Favorite Lamb Recipes Will Convince You to Cook This Delicious Meat
Lamb is an absolutely delicious meat that doesn't need to be reserved exclusively for special occasions. Its tender texture and mild flavor is fabulous grilled, braised, or sautéed any night of the week. Here are nine quick lamb recipes that come together in under one hour and are guaranteed to convince you to make this tasty protein all year long.
Try our Grilled Lamb Burgers with Yogurt-Feta Sauce as a delicious alternative to the usual beef or turkey burger. The ground lamb is lean and very mild and pairs well with the tangy sauce. Plus, chopped tomatoes and fresh cilantro add an attractive pop of color that makes us want to dig in immediately. Serve with roasted potatoes on the side as a substitute for French fries.
If you have more time, try making Grilled Lamb Loins. The majority of this recipe's time goes toward marinating the loins in an earthy blend of coriander, cumin, cinnamon, thyme, and rosemary. The recipe only requires 15 minutes of prep work and 12-16 minutes on the grill. Another recipe that makes great use of this succulent meat is our Seared Lamb Loin Chops, which is pictured here. The preparation couldn't be faster, easier, or simpler—just season lamb loins with salt and pepper and sear in a sizzling hot cast iron skillet until they're charred on the outside and juicy red on the inside. In less time than it takes to watch an episode of your favorite television sitcom, dinner is served.
Whether you top a cast-iron skillet pizza with ground lamb (genius, right?) or sear the meat simply and serve it alongside a side of roasted vegetables, there's no time like tonight to cook lamb.
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"Steak and Egg" Skillet Pizza
Breakfast meets dinner in this delicious and totally unexpected pizza made with store-bought dough. Ground beef or lamb and sunny side up eggs are two toppings we didn't know we needed (but love so much).
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Grilled Lamb Burgers with Yogurt-Feta Sauce
Switch up your go-to burger recipe for lamb, which creates a tender texture and mild flavor. Add a few tangy toppings like crumbled feta cheese and plain Greek yogurt and a bright, easy salsa of parsley and tomato.
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Rosemary-and-Garlic Lamb Chops
We've created an aromatic, juicy lamb dish in just 35 minutes—no braising or slow cooker required. Imagine the flavors found in beef bourguignon—a rich red wine sauce, caramelized pearl onions, and plenty of herbs; serve atop mashed potatoes or polenta.
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Spice-Rubbed Rack of Lamb
When you need a really impressive main course, make this flavorful rack of lamb. The cut of meat is large and pricy so reserve this recipe for a special dinner party.
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Lamb and Bulgur Stew with White Beans
On a cold winter night, this hearty ground lamb stew is loaded with appealing textures and warm flavors like red pepper flakes and sweet paprika. It's also packed with healthy vegetables, grains, and beans so you can feel good while eating it, too.
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Zucchini, Lamb, and Summer Squash with Buttermilk Dill Marinade
These delicious charred meat and vegetable kebabs are perfect for a summer cookout. Make the marinade ahead of time and let the meat absorb the flavors for hours in advance—then all you need to do is quickly grill everything for a total of 15 minutes.
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Spinach and Pear Salad with Lamb
Whether you serve this as a light starter salad or a heartier main course, it's elegant, delicate, and a pleasure to bite into. Cooking lamb shoulder chops and assembling the dish takes just 30 minutes total.
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Pepper-Crusted Lamb with Roasted Vegetables
Super tender lamb loins are seasoned with salt and crushed peppercorns for a bite that has a little bit of a kick. An irresistible pan sauce is made with shallots, flour, red wine, and butter, which is then poured over the meat and vegetables.