Lamb Lollipops with Herbs

These are my cute little Lamb Lollipops with Herbs – tender, juicy lamb cutlets with a simple fresh herb and garlic crust grilled to perfection.

OK – I know I have told you guys this many times before, but… I. Love. Lamb. The recipe I am bringing you today is using a favourite cut of lamb here in our house – lamb lollipops (lamb cutlets). These lamb lollipops have a simple herb crust that takes these to the next level with minimal ingredients – only three plus salt & pepper and olive oil, but maximum flavour!

Ingredients you will need to make this lamb recipe

• lamb cutlets (lollipops/rib chops)
• fresh thyme
• fresh rosemary
• garlic powder
• olive oil
• salt & pepper

*Please see the recipe card below for exact quantities and detailed instructions

How to make lamb lollipops

1. Finely chop rosemary and thyme, then combine and set aside.
2. Rub both sides of lamb cutlets with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder and salt & pepper.
3. Sprinkle rosemary and thyme mixture evenly over both sides of each cutlet.
4. Fry or grill cutlets.

My top tips for making this lamb cutlets recipe

• How long you cook your lamb lollipops for on each side comes down to your personal preference. For me, cooking cuts of lamb like this is a bit like cooking a steak – some people like theirs pink in the centre, others don’t!
• These cutlets would also be great cooked on a bbq. They make great bbq or cookout fare – they even come with in-built handles!

Other lamb recipes you may enjoy

Lamb Cutlets Wrapped in Prosciutto – tender and juicy lamb cutlets coated in basil pesto then wrapped in prosciutto – yum!

Oven Roasted Lamb Ribs – mix up a few simple ingredients then bake in the oven. Tasty, moist and easy finger-licking lamb ribs.

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Lamb Lollipops with Herbs

Lamb Lollipops with Herbs - tender, juicy lamb cutlets with a simple fresh herb and garlic crust grilled to perfection.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Modern Australian

Keyword lamb lollipops, lamb cutlets with herbs

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 4

Calories Per Serve 471 kcal

Author Lee-Ann Grace | Chef Not Required

Ingredients

• 12 lamb lollipops (cutlets) trimmed to your liking
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves finely chopped
• 1½ tbsp fresh thyme leaves finely chopped
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Combine finely chopped rosemary (2 tbsp of leaves) and finely chopped thyme (1½ tbsp of leaves) then set aside.

2. Rub both sides of lamb cutlets with olive oil (2 tbsp - there will be some leftover) and reserve the remaining oil for frying.

3. Sprinkle garlic powder (1 tsp) and salt and pepper (to taste) evenly between the cutlets - don't forget the back!

4. Then sprinkle each side of the cutlets with the combined rosemary and thyme.

5. Heat remaining olive oil in a pan, and fry cutlets (or grill/broil) over medium-high heat (turning once) until cooked to your liking (see notes).

Recipe Notes

• How long you cook your lamb lollipops for on each side comes down to your personal preference. For me, cooking cuts of lamb like this is a bit like cooking a steak - some people like theirs pink in the centre, others don't! For me, it's usually about 4 minutes on each side -  but keep in mind the thickness of the cutlet meat can vary a lot.
• These cutlets would also be great cooked on a bbq. They make great bbq or cookout fare - they even come with in-built handles!

*Please note that the amount of calories per serve is provided as a guide only, as ingredients and cooking methods can vary greatly*