Indian Char Siu Spiced Lamb Chops

Ingredients

• 9 pieces Lamb chops
• 1 tablespoon Garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon Ginger paste
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• ½ teaspoon Turmeric powder
• ½ teaspoon Red chili powder
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (gluten‑free if needed)
• 1 tablespoon Tamarind paste
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• ¼ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine garlic paste, ginger paste, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, chili powder, soy sauce, tamarind paste, olive oil, salt, and pepper to form a thick masala rub.

2. 2

   Pat the lamb chops dry, then coat each piece thoroughly with the masala rub. Let them rest at room temperature for 5 minutes while you preheat a heavy skillet over medium‑high heat.

3. 3

   Sear the lamb chops in the hot skillet, 2‑3 minutes per side, until a deep brown crust forms. Reduce heat to medium, add a splash (about 1 tablespoon) of extra soy‑tamarind glaze, and continue cooking another 4‑5 minutes, turning once, until the meat reaches an internal temperature of 145 °F (63 °C).

4. 4

   Remove the chops from the pan, let rest for 3 minutes, then slice against the grain and serve.