Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.67 cup

Tomato sauce

0.67 cup

Vinegar

0.5 cup

Worchestershire sauce

1 unit

Onion

minced fine

1 tsp

Dry mustard

1 tsp

Salt

12 unit

Lamb chops

Step 1
~5 min

Combine tomato sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, minced onion, dry mustard, and salt in a bowl.

Step 2
~5 min

Mix the marinade ingredients well.

Step 3
~5 min

Marinate the lamb chops at room temperature for 1 hour.

Step 4
~5 min

Drain the marinade from the lamb chops, reserving the sauce.

Step 5
~5 min

Pan fry the lamb chops, turning frequently, until they are cooked through.

Step 6
~5 min

Alternatively, broil the lamb chops until cooked through.

Step 7
~5 min

Pour the reserved sauce over the chops.

Step 8
~5 min

Cover and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.

Step 9
~5 min

Alternatively, cook in a low oven (250-300°F) for 15 minutes.

Step 10
~5 min

Alternatively, microwave in a glass microwaveable dish, covered with plastic wrap with a small hole, at half power (50%) for 5 minutes.

Step 11
~5 min

Serve with rice cooked with minced peanuts.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade.

Marinate the lamb chops for longer for a more intense flavor.

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The marinade can be prepared in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice cooked with minced peanuts.

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.

Serve with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted vegetables
Green salad
Peanut rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South Africa

Cultural Significance

Commonly served at braais (barbecues).

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's
Heritage Day

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
BBQ
Holiday meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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