In the past, I’ve reserved lamb for special occasions. While a leg of lamb is absolutely worthy of such, lamb chops or ground lamb deserve to be everyday affairs. They are just as easy to cook as pork, chicken, or beef, but come with a rich and savory flavor that can’t be beat.
While lamb is great on its own, it’s even better served with a sauce — be it creamy or herby. It’s a simple way to customize your lamb dinner and truly make it your own. Plus, if you happen to make extra sauce, most of them will keep well in the fridge for days and will pair with other proteins. Many are perfect served over just about any cooked vegetable, too, and can even double as a sandwich spread. So, I say, give lamb a try — and pair it with one of these 12 sauces.
The classic herb sauce can be spooned over cooked lamb or used as a marinade before it hits the flame. Lamb loves oregano and mint, but use the recipe as a guide, adding whatever fresh, green herbs you have on hand.
This three-ingredient sauce (plus salt and pepper) is made with mayonnaise, fresh dill, and lemon juice. It's perfect for dipping meatballs or serving alongside slices of a roasted leg of lamb.
Thick and creamy Greek yogurt is the base for this cool and creamy sauce. Fresh dill, mint, garlic, and cucumber make this the sauce that's just right for spreading over a lamb burger, dolloping on a gyro, or dipping slices of rosy roasted lamb in.
Skillet-seared lamb chops are one of life's little luxuries. Give them the finishing touch they deserve with an easy pan sauce. A splash of wine, a spoonful of mustard, a knob of butter, and a sprinkling of fresh herbs go a long way in making lamb feel even more special.
Make lamb chops even more elegant with a pan sauce made from mustard and shallots. A few tablespoons of heavy cream give the sauce a velvety texture that clings to the lamb.
You'll love serving this rich sauce with lamb. Watch for the egg yolks to magically thicken as you whisk with lemon juice, olive oil, and spices in a bowl over simmering water.
Garlic and butter are a classic pairing for a reason, and these familiar flavors can help you get comfortable with the idea of adding lamb to the dinner queue. Sear lamb in melted butter but wait to add garlic until the end so that it doesn't burn.
Patty is a freelance recipe developer who worked as Alton Brown’s Research Coordinator & Podcast Producer and in the Oxmoor House test kitchen. She loves maple syrup, coffee and board games. Patty lives in Atlanta with her husband and two children.
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