Description
This elegant dish features succulent lamb chops seasoned with garlic and rosemary, served over creamy lobster-infused mashed potatoes, accompanied by perfectly roasted asparagus. The combination of tender lamb, rich lobster mash, and fresh asparagus creates a luxurious meal perfect for special occasions or gourmet dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Lamb Chops
- 8 lamb chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Lobster Mashed Potatoes
- 2 lobster tails
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Roasted Asparagus
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Lamb Chops: Season the lamb chops evenly with minced garlic, chopped fresh rosemary, salt, and pepper to enhance their flavor before cooking.
- Heat Skillet: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for searing the lamb chops.
- Sear Lamb Chops: Cook the lamb chops in the hot skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until they reach your preferred level of doneness, then remove them and let them rest to retain juices.
- Cook Lobster Tails: Bring a pot of water to a boil and fully submerge the lobster tails. Boil for 8-10 minutes until the shells turn bright red indicating they are cooked through.
- Remove Lobster Meat: Extract the lobster meat carefully from the shells and chop it finely to integrate into the mashed potatoes.
- Boil Potatoes: In a large pot of salted water, boil the peeled and chopped potatoes for 15-20 minutes until tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Drain and Mash Potatoes: Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add heavy cream, butter, salt, and pepper, then mash until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in Lobster: Gently incorporate the finely chopped lobster meat into the mashed potatoes, blending the flavors well.
- Preheat Oven for Asparagus: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the asparagus.
- Prepare Asparagus: Toss the trimmed asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper to season evenly.
- Roast Asparagus: Arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
- Plate the Dish: Place a generous scoop of lobster mashed potatoes in the center of each plate.
- Arrange Lamb Chops: Neatly arrange the seared lamb chops around the mashed potatoes for an attractive presentation.
- Add Roasted Asparagus: Place the roasted asparagus on the side of each plate to complete the meal.
- Garnish: Finish by adding lemon wedges on the side for an optional bright and fresh squeeze of citrus.
Notes
- Letting the lamb chops rest after cooking helps keep them juicy and tender.
- Use fresh rosemary and garlic for the best aromatic flavor.
- Ensure potatoes are well drained before mashing to avoid watery mashed potatoes.
- Adjust roasting time of asparagus depending on thickness; thinner spears require less time.
- Lemon wedges add a nice zesty contrast that complements the rich flavors.
