This midweek main meal combines juicy lamb chops and fragrant fritters. Ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup plain flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh coriander leaves
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 medium cauliflower, finely chopped (see note)
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 8 (800g) lamb chump chops
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- Olive oil, for shallow frying
- 1 cup Tamar Valley Greek Style Yoghurt
- Baby rocket, to serve
- Cherry tomatoes, to serve
Method
- Step 1Combine flour, cumin, turmeric and half the coriander in a bowl. Place egg and ¾ cup cold water in a jug. Whisk to combine. Gradually whisk egg mixture into flour mixture to form a smooth batter. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in cauliflower.
- Step 2Lightly spray a frying pan or chargrill pan with oil. Heat over medium-high heat. Sprinkle lamb with sumac. Season with salt and pepper. Cook lamb for 3 to 4 minutes each side, for medium, or until cooked to your liking. Transfer to a plate. Cover loosely with foil. Set aside for 5 minutes to rest. 3
- Step 3Meanwhile, add enough oil to a large, deep frying pan to come 1cm up side of pan. Heat over medium-high heat. Drop 1 level tablespoon of batter into pan. Repeat 3 more times. Cook fritters for 2 to 3 minutes each side or until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel. Cover with foil to keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Step 4Combine yoghurt and remaining coriander in a small bowl. Serve lamb with fritters, yoghurt, rocket and tomatoes.
- Low carb
- Lower gi
Nutrition
2436 kj
Energy
33.9g
Fat Total
12.2g
Saturated Fat
3.3g
Fibre
42g
Protein
157mg
Cholesterol
335mg
Sodium
26.7g
Carbs (total)
All nutrition values are per serve
Notes
Before finely chopping the cauliflower, cut into large florets and remove and discard the stems.
Prepare in advance: Make yoghurt sauce (step 4). Transfer sauce to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
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- Author: Cathie Lonnie
- Image credit: Guy Bailey
- Publication: Super Food Ideas
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