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Lamb Chops with Rosemary Gravy (loin chops, forequarter, cutlets)

By:Nagi
Published:29 Jun '20Updated:31 Mar '23
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Next level lamb chops – flavour infusion with a rosemary garlic lamb chop marinade, sear aggressively to create a thick crust, then smother in rosemary gravy. You will lick the plate clean, do the happy dance and wonder why you don’t cook lamb chops more often!

Lamb Chops with Rosemary Gravy, creamy mashed potato and peas

Lamb Chops

I was going to start off today’s recipe by saying that lamb is the national meat of Australia. But then I stopped short, remembering how proud we are of our beef, and the seafood we catch in our pristine oceans, and how far we’ve come to make ethical and sustainably farmed chickens more accessible to everyday Aussies…..

So let me try again.

We Aussies love our lamb. And we really love a good lamb chop. So here’s a wickedly good way to cook up your next lamb chops – lightly marinated in garlic and rosemary, aggressively seared to create an awesome crust, then doused liberally in a rosemary gravy made using the pan drippings.

It tastes like a Sunday night roast lamb leg – served up quick smart!

Plate of Lamb Chops with Rosemary Gravy

What you need for Lamb Chops with Rosemary Gravy

You need very little for this recipe because lamb has so much flavour, we’re going to use it to the max and just compliment it with flavours that lamb loves: garlic and rosemary.

Ingredients in rosemary gravy lamb chops

Best cut of lamb for pan frying

Use this recipe for any cut of lamb suited to pan frying or grilling:

  • Lamb loin chops (aka mid loin chops) (pictured below) – the lamb equivalent of T-bone beef steaks, very juicy, excellent flavour, tender meat. Best cooked medium or medium rare, but ok to go to well done because it’s such a juicy cut. Comes with a band of fat around it – either leave it on or trim it off;

  • Lamb cutlets (aka lamb rib chops) – the most expensive and for many, the most prized cut of lamb, the meat is extremely tender and sweet. Criminal to go beyond medium!

  • Forequarter chops – the most economical option, this is lamb shoulder sliced into steak form. Lamb shoulder is a cut associated with slow cooking (like this Slow Roasted Lamb Shoulder) to break down the tough meat. However, when cut into thinnish steaks (as sold at butchers and grocery stores in Australia), they make excellent steaks. While not as tender as midloin and cutlets, it is not tough, it has terrific chew and very, very good lamb flavour. The RecipeTin Family is a great fan of forequarter chops!

  • Lamb leg steaks – this is the lean alternative. Because it comes from the leg, best not to take it beyond medium (as it will get quite tough).

Garlic rosemary marinade for lamb chops

How to cook lamb chops

Being one of the stronger flavoured meats, lamb doesn’t really need marinating but in this recipe, I really like to drive home the rosemary flavour – and while I’m at it, I add a good wack of garlic flavour too (being that lamb loves both).

So I marinade the lamb chops in rosemary and garlic first before pan frying aggressively so they get a terrific crust (lamb loves a good sear, like steaks). Then while the lamb is resting, we use the pan drippings to make a rosemary gravy (it takes 3 minutes flat!).

How to make Lamb Chops with Rosemary Gravy

Showing the inside of perfectly cooked lamb chops with rosemary gravy

Internal temperature of cooked lamb chops

The internal temperature of cooked lamb chops for different levels of doneness are as follows:

  • Rare 50°C / 122°F

  • Medium rare 58°C / 136°F

  • Medium 62°C / 144°F

  • Medium well done 70°C / 158°F

  • Well done 75°C / 167°F

It’s the 21st century. Take the guesswork out of cooking meat – get a thermometer!!

How long to cook lamb chops – for medium rare

The cook time depends on the cut you’re using and how thick it is. Here’s my guide:

  • Loin chops (midloin chops) 2cm / 4/5″ thick – 4 minutes each side

  • Forequarter chops 1.5 cm / 2/3″ thick – 4 minutes each side

  • Cutlets (French or not) 1.5 cm / 2/3″ thick – 3 minutes first side, 2 minutes second side

  • Boneless leg steaks  usually about 1 cm / 1/2″ thick – – 3 minutes first side, 2 minutes second side

The photo above is medium rare – a hint of pink, but most certainly cooked, optimal juiciness!!

Pouring rosemary gravy over lamb chops

Plate of Lamb Chops with Rosemary Gravy garnished with rosemary

What to serve with lamb chops

Normal lamb chops might be highly flexible with regards to what they can be served with. But for this one, a creamy, gravy-soakable starchy side is essential. Preferably mashed potato – because lamb + gravy + peas is pretty much perfection on a plate.

But if you’re doing the low carb thing, then Cauliflower Mash is the way to go.

If you’re out of potato, serve it over anything that can be used to smother with gravy – pasta, rice (plain, basmati, jasmine – or try this fabulous Seasoned Rice), polenta, couscous. Just trust me when I say that you won’t want to waste a drop of that rosemary gravy! – Nagi x

PS Oh – and as for greens! Green Bean Salad is always a firm favourite with lamb, or just a big leafy salad or garden salad with a classic Vinaigrette.


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Lamb Loin Chops with Rosemary Gravy

Lamb Chops with Rosemary Gravy (Loin chops, forequarter, cutlets)

Author: Nagi
Prep: 10 minutes mins
Cook: 15 minutes mins
Marinating: 1 hour hr
Mains
Australian, Western
5 from 29 votes
Servings4 - 5 people
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Recipe video above. Rosemary and lamb is a classic combination. So we're doubling up on rosemary here - marinading with garlic and rosemary first, then smothering in rosemary gravy!

Ingredients

  • 750g/ 1.5lb lamb chops (loin chops, forequarter, cutlets) (Note 1)

Lamb Chop Marinade:

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves , finely minced
  • 1 tbsp rosemary leaves , finely chopped (Note 2)
  • 1 tsp each salt and pepper

Gravy:

  • 2 cups beef stock , low sodium
  • 3 tbsp flour , plain/all purpose (Note 3 for GF)
  • 1 tbsp rosemary leaves , finely chopped (Note 2)
  • 2 rosemary sprigs , optional

Instructions

  • Marinade: Mix Marinade ingredients together, then pour over chops. Turn to coat and leave to marinade for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours or overnight.

Cooking:

  • Take lamb out of fridge 30 minutes prior to cooking (to bring to room temp).
  • Heat a large skillet over high heat (no oil needed).
  • Pick up a chop, scrape off excess bits of garlic (it burns) and let excess oil drip off. Place in skillet. Once all chops are in, turn heat down to medium high.

Cook times for medium rare (internal temp 62°C/145°F):

  • Loin chops & forequarter chops - 4 minutes each side, or until internal temp is 62°C/145°F for medium rare (Note 4 other doneness)
  • Cutlets & thin leg steaks - 3 minutes on the first side then 2 minutes on the second side.
  • Rest - Remove lamb from skillet and place on a plater. Loosely cover with foil and rest for 3 minutes while you make the gravy.

Gravy:

  • Pour off all but about 3 tbsp oil (if you're short, add butter), return skillet to medium heat.
  • Add flour and stir for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in beef stock while stirring constantly to dissolve flour mixture in. If you have lumps, use a whisk.
  • Add chopped rosemary and sprig.
  • Simmer, stirring regularly, for 2 - 3 minutes until it thickens in a gravy consistency.

Serving:

  • Serve lamb chops with gravy over creamy mashed potato and a side of peas!

Recipe Notes:

TIP: Garlic and rosemary burns when seared. Just brush off what you can before placing in skillet, then brush off any stray bits before plating up.
1. Lamb Chops - cook times assume the following thickness:
  • Loin chops (midloin chops) - 2cm / 4/5" thick
  • Forequarter chops -  1.5 cm / 2/3" thick (usually cut thinner than loin chops)
  • Cutlets (French or not) - 1.5 cm / 2/3" thick
  • If using boneless leg steaks, use 500g/1lb, they are thinner and boneless.
Trim excess fat if so desired - I do not, because fat = flavour, and excess fat is poured off.
2. Rosemary leaves - try to use fresh, you get so much better flavour! But if you can only get dried, use 2 tsp for each marinade and gravy.
3. Gluten free - Skip flour, ensure stock is gluten free. Mix 1 1/2 tbsp cornflour/cornstarch with 2 tbsp water, then add that into the liquid in the pan. Mix, will thicken in 2 minutes or so.
4. Internal temperature of cooked lamb chops:
  • Rare 50°C / 122°F
  • Medium rare 58°C / 136°F
  • Medium (recommended) 62°C / 144°F
  • Medium well done 70°C / 158°F
  • Well done 75°C / 167°F
5. Nutrition assumes excess fat trimmed off loin chops, that 2 tbsp of oil used in marinade and half the salt in the marinade ends up in finished dish. Assumes all gravy is consumed.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 299cal (15%)Carbohydrates: 7g (2%)Protein: 32g (64%)Fat: 15g (23%)Saturated Fat: 4g (25%)Cholesterol: 90mg (30%)Sodium: 622mg (27%)Potassium: 607mg (17%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 31IU (1%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 43mg (4%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Keywords: forequarter chops, Lamb chops, lamb cutlets, lamb leg steak, lamb loin chops
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99 Comments

  1. Asha says

    September 11, 2023 at 11:46 am

    I can’t use beef stock, is there an alternate stock that I can use ?

    Reply
  2. Tami S says

    August 26, 2023 at 6:05 am

    This looks amazing! Has anyone substituted pork chops instead of lamb? Is there a difference in cook time?

    Reply
  3. don says

    August 21, 2023 at 1:34 pm

    5 stars
    just cooking the ratoutoui added white wine

    Reply
  4. Lucy says

    August 17, 2023 at 8:30 am

    5 stars
    Another amazing recipe!

    Reply
  5. Maria says

    November 18, 2022 at 3:00 pm

    5 stars
    I grew up eating lamb and love it! This is a wonderful recipe great flavor thanks for the tip about scraping off the rosemary and garlic. I was too lazy to make the gravy, but will next time for sure. I love all of your recipes and I’m looking forward to getting the cookbook. I ❤️ Dozer.

    Reply
  6. Edward Green says

    September 2, 2022 at 9:51 am

    Made this yesterday scaled down for the two of us, two forequarter chops totalling 588 gm, didn’t add salt due to my wife’s high BP, made only half a cup of stock for the gravy and added only 1 tbsp flour, but used same amount of rosemary, otherwise much the same, cooked chops exactly 4 minutes/side on medium heat and they turned out perfect. Medium rare, tasty, and juicy. Thanks again Nagi, we love your recipes.

    Reply
  7. Bren says

    September 1, 2022 at 9:15 pm

    5 stars
    So quick and easy. Kids loved it and they are hard to please! Every recipe of yours I have used have been a hit. Thank you so much!

    Reply
  8. Venetia says

    July 31, 2022 at 9:53 pm

    5 stars
    Made this today and it was awesome…. except that my sauce was a very light greyish color, unlike the dark brown in the picture but probably due to the beef bouillon I used… but it was all so good. Thanks for sharing..

    Reply
  9. Ashah says

    May 28, 2022 at 6:16 pm

    5 stars
    Easy and delicious recipe. Thanks much again!

    Reply
  10. Patricia Bradley says

    May 21, 2022 at 11:57 pm

    Knorr makes a lamb bouillon and I used that and some potato water for the gravy, delicious. Love all your recipes.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      May 23, 2022 at 3:35 pm

      Thanks for that tip Patricia!! N x

      Reply
  11. Denise Keogh says

    May 2, 2022 at 9:23 pm

    I made the lamb chops with rosemary gravy tonight for my family. They all loved it, especially the gravy – it was fantastic. A real winner here and will definitely be making it again.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      May 4, 2022 at 4:04 pm

      That one is a classic Aussie dinner!! N x

      Reply
  12. Sharon says

    March 21, 2022 at 2:00 pm

    5 stars
    So so so good! Such an easy recipe and definitely company worthy!

    Reply
  13. Francis says

    March 19, 2022 at 11:04 am

    5 stars
    Tour de Force – The BEST of the BEST. Simply and stunningly straightforward visual instructions provide consistently outstanding results.

    Reply
  14. KeiKei says

    February 9, 2022 at 12:40 pm

    I’m not a fan of Gravy. Especially on Lamb but this looks really good.

    Reply
  15. Ginny says

    January 13, 2022 at 9:19 am

    5 stars
    I never was into cooking lamb because I figured I would screw it up. This is my go-to recipe from now on. They turned out AWESOME!!!!! Thanks!!!!

    Reply
  16. Dee says

    November 23, 2021 at 10:46 am

    This is a KEEPER! I had to cook my chops a little bit longer because they were very thick but the seasoning was spot on. I kept a close eye on the internal temperature and put them on the plate at 145F, just as I like them,.
    I served with mashed and peas as you suggested. After reading the comments on lumpy gravy, I used my regular method of adding the flour to the liquid in a jar, giving them a good shake, then adding it to the pan and whisking to desired thickness. Another winner for RTE.
    BTW enjoy all the Dozer pics.

    Reply
  17. John says

    August 31, 2021 at 5:39 am

    I agree with Vanessa (Aug 18), the gravy was delicious but I too had problems with lumps, even after sieving the flour. What are we doing wrong?

    Reply
    • Leia says

      October 5, 2021 at 5:46 pm

      This may just be me, but i find that when making something like gravy in a spread shallow pan like a skillet or frying pan, its incredibly difficult to get lumps out. When using something thats deeper and smaller in width like a saucepan, I find its easier. When using a frying pan or skillet, I usually use the method of taking out a little liquid, adding the flour whisking that until its lump free and adding it back into the pan.
      I know I’m not Nagi, but I hope this helps 🙂

      Reply
      • John says

        October 14, 2021 at 1:05 am

        Hello Leia, many thanks for your feedback – I agree with you because I now use a ‘coffee pot’ type of pan, its circumference is much smaller than a frying pan. And I also discovered that if I mix the butter and flour in sufficient volumes before adding the stock, the lumps are eliminated! But if I add more flour after adding the stock, that seems to be the problem. Cheers.

        Reply
        • Leia says

          October 14, 2021 at 8:49 am

          5 stars
          Hi John, no problem glad gravy’s are working out for you. Yes when making something like gravy or white sauce for example the best way is to add flour and butter and then add stock. As you’ve seen it shouldn’t really have lumps! There’s a problem if there are lumps are after that haha.

          Reply
  18. Vanessa says

    August 18, 2021 at 10:44 pm

    5 stars
    The very best lamb chops ever…..and the gravy!!!! So so yum…!! But what did I do wrong to get lumps in mine that refused to whisk out?!!

    Reply
  19. Jackz says

    August 2, 2021 at 8:39 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious – I can’t believe that the gravy was so easy! The family really enjoyed the meal. Thanks for the recipe, Nagi!

    Reply
  20. Rakel says

    July 7, 2021 at 7:44 pm

    5 stars
    It´was a panick Sunday, not thought of anything for dinner, but Nagi to the rescue once again, both the chicken and the gravy were delicious,. already looking forward to your next recepi, you rock girl x

    Reply
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