Step 1

Prepare the marinade by mixing all the ingredients together. Pour it in a gallon plastic bag or a glass container with a lid.

Step 2

Lightly season the lamb shoulder chops with salt & pepper and add them to the bag or container with the marinade. Make sure they are completely smothered. Seal or cover and let marinate for up to an hour at room temperature on the counter or up to 12 hours refrigerated.*

Step 3

Over medium-high heat heat a 10 or 12 inch heavy skillet for about 3 minutes. Add a tablespoon of oil. (Work in batches of 2 chops**).

Step 4

Scrape off the marinade from the lamb chops and discard.

Step 5

Cook chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Flip only once.

Step 6

If you want to be sure they are cooked medium-rare use a food thermometer. Lamb shoulder chops are medium-rare just under or exactly at 135 F.

Step 7

Remove the chops form the pan and let them rest on a plate for 3 to 5 minutes. You can cover them loosely with foil to keep them warm.

Step 8

Serve right away.