Lamb chops, cut from a frenched rack of lamb, are a great appetizer. Not only do they cook in a couple of minutes, but they're also elegant finger food that impress most foodies. Although I've never met a lamb lollipop that I didn't like, my current favorite recipe is this Southwestern-inspired variation.
The lamb chops are coated in a thick paste-like chipotle and roasted garlic marinade. Since the resulting lamb is slightly fiery, I served it with a cooling homemade crema to counteract the heat. If you have access to an outdoor grill, definitely throw these chops on it; the charcoal will impart a delicious smokiness to the meat. Interested in the recipe? Keep reading.
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A classic dish as an easy app, complete with napkins and mint salsa!
