Sweet And Sour Lamb Chops

These Sweet and Sour Lamb Chops offer a delightful twist on classic comfort food, combining tender shoulder lamb chops with a glossy, tangy sauce. The dish features a vibrant mix of fresh pineapple chunks, crisp carrots, and green peppers, all coated in a rich reduction of brown sugar, vinegar, and brown bouquet sauce. The sweetness of the fruit balances the savory depth of the meat, creating a harmonious flavor profile that is both exotic and familiar. Perfect for a midweek dinner or a casual weekend gathering, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal fuss. The microwave method ensures the meat stays juicy while the vegetables retain their crunch. Serve hot for a satisfying meal that appeals to both adventurous eaters and traditionalists alike.

Cooking Method: Microwave

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 3

Calories: 714.0

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

These Sweet and Sour Lamb Chops offer a delightful twist on classic comfort food, combining tender shoulder lamb chops with a glossy, tangy sauce. The dish features a vibrant mix of fresh pineapple chunks, crisp carrots, and green peppers, all coated in a rich reduction of brown sugar, vinegar, and brown bouquet sauce. The sweetness of the fruit balances the savory depth of the meat, creating a harmonious flavor profile that is both exotic and familiar. Perfect for a midweek dinner or a casual weekend gathering, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal fuss. The microwave method ensures the meat stays juicy while the vegetables retain their crunch. Serve hot for a satisfying meal that appeals to both adventurous eaters and traditionalists alike.

Ingredients

2 tablespoon Butter or margarine
1 tablespoon Cornstarch
2 pound Shoulder lamb chops
1/2 teaspoon Brown bouquet sauce
2 medium Carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
8 oz Pineapple chunks in unsweetened juice, undrained
1 large Green pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
1/4 cup Firm packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup White vinegar

Directions

1
Melt butter in a heat-resistant, non-metallic broiler-proof skillet on a conventional stovetop burner.
2
When butter is hot, sear lamb chops on both sides until lightly browned. Alternatively, use a broiler for 4 to 5 minutes per side.
3
Sprinkle lamb chops with salt and pepper to taste.
4
While the chops are browning, drain pineapple juice into a small heat-resistant, non-metallic bowl.
5
Reserve pineapple chunks for later use.
6
Add brown sugar, white vinegar, cornstarch, and brown bouquet sauce to the reserved pineapple juice.
7
Stir the mixture thoroughly to combine and dissolve the sugar and cornstarch.
8
Heat the pineapple juice mixture, uncovered, in a Microwave Oven for 2 minutes or until thickened and clear, stirring once halfway through.
9
Pour the thickened sweet and sour sauce over the browned lamb chops in the skillet.
10
Add the sliced carrots to the skillet and heat, covered, in the Microwave Oven for 5 minutes.
11
Add the reserved pineapple chunks and heat, covered, in the Microwave Oven for 2 1/2 minutes.
12
Add the green pepper squares and heat, uncovered, in the Microwave Oven for 2 1/2 minutes, or until lamb and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 714.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 52.8g82%
Saturated Fat 22.1g111%
Cholesterol 220.2mg74%
Sodium 240.3mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 56.8g114%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: lamb chops, sweet and sour, pineapple, carrots, green pepper, brown sugar, vinegar, cornstarch, microwave recipe, quick dinner, glazed meat, vegetables, easy cooking, family meal, tangy sauce, shoulder lamb, comfort food

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