chef Andy Husbands Grilled Aussie Lamb T-Bones with Mint Pistou

  • Prep time 1Hr
  • Cook time 12Min
  • Technique Grill
  • Meat Lamb
  • Cut Loin
  • Serves 4

Get your taste buds tingling with our delicious grilled Aussie lamb t-bones, served with a zesty mint pistou that's sure to make your meal a hit!

Ingredients

Portion size: 2 chops

Alternate cuts: Lamb rack

Marinated t-bones:

  • 8 Australian lamb t-bone (shortloin) chops
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary, stemmed and chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Mint pistou:

  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • ½ cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup olive oil

Method

For the marinade:

  1. Place the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, garlic and rosemary in a food processor or blender and process until smooth.

  2. Add a generous amount of salt and pepper as this is your seasoning for the lamb.

  3. Cover the lamb T-bones with the marinade and refrigerate for 1 hour and up to 8 hours maximum.

For the pistou:

  1. Place the mint, parsley, garlic and red pepper flakes in a food processor or blender.

  2. Turn it on and slowly drizzle in the oil until you have a smooth, pourable paste.

  3. Transfer to a bowl and season with salt and pepper.

  4. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

To cook:

  1. Preheat a grill over HIGH heat and cook the chops for 5 to 6 minutes per side for medium doneness, or until they reach the desired doneness.

  2. Remove and rest in a warm place for 5 minutes.

To serve: Top with mint pistou and serve immediately.