Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.25 cup

yogurt

1 clove

garlic

crushed

1 tsp

lemon juice

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

12 unit

lamb cutlets

1 cup

dried breadcrumbs

1 unit

cooking spray

1 tbsp

oil

1 unit

onion

finely chopped

1 clove

garlic

crushed

4 unit

tomatoes

peeled and finely diced

0.5 tsp

dried herbs

0.25 cup

white wine

0.5 tsp

dried basil

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

freshly ground black

1 tbsp

fresh mint

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Combine yogurt, crushed garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Coat each lamb cutlet with the yogurt mixture.

Step 3
~3 min

Dip the coated cutlets in dried breadcrumbs, pressing firmly to adhere.

Step 4
~3 min

Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).

Step 5
~3 min

Refrigerate the cutlets while preparing the sauce.

Step 6
~3 min

Heat oil in a heavy-based pan over medium heat.

Step 7
~3 min

Add finely chopped onion and crushed garlic to the pan and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).

Step 8
~3 min

Add peeled and finely diced tomatoes, dried herbs, and white wine to the pan.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook gently until the sauce has cooked down and thickened.

Step 10
~3 min

If the sauce becomes too thick, add more wine.

Step 11
~3 min

Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and chopped fresh mint.

Step 12
~3 min

Keep the sauce warm while cooking the cutlets.

Step 13
~3 min

Spray both sides of the crumbed cutlets with cooking spray.

Step 14
~3 min

Place the cutlets on a baking sheet.

Step 15
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cooked to your liking.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve the cutlets with the fresh tomato sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Pound the cutlets lightly before crumbing for even cooking.

Ensure the breadcrumbs are finely ground for best adhesion.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the cutlets are cooked to a safe internal temperature.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Cutlets can be crumbed ahead of time and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes and green beans.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed potatoes
Green beans
Side Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Common dish in many European countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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