• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Closet Cooking

Cooking adventures in a small, closet sized, kitchen. - I came to realize that my meals were boring and that I had been eating the same few dishes over and over again for years. It was time for a change! I now spend my free time searching for, creating and trying tasty new recipes in my closet sized kitchen.

  • Recipes
    • Recipe Index
    • Top Recipes
    • 30 Minute Meals
    • 6 Ingredient Meals
    • Slow Cooker Meals
    • One Pan Meals
    • By Course
      • Main Course
      • Side Dish
      • Dessert
      • Appetizer/Snack
      • More
    • By Diet
      • Gluten-free
      • Low-carb
      • Vegetarian
      • More
    • By Meat
      • Beef
      • Chicken
      • Lamb
      • Egg
      • Pork
      • Seafood
      • Turkey
      • More
    • By Cuisine
      • Cajun and Creole
      • Chinese
      • Greek
      • Italian
      • Japanese
      • Korean
      • Mexican
      • Thai
      • Vietnamese
      • More
    • By Type
      • Burger
      • Cake
      • Cookie
      • Dip
      • Pasta
      • Pizza
      • Salad
      • Sandwich
      • Soup
      • More
    • By Ingredient
      • Avocado
      • Bacon
      • Cauliflower
      • Mushroom
      • Pumpkin
      • Quinoa
      • Shrimp
      • Strawberry
      • More
  • Cookbooks
  • Subscribe
  • Contact
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter
Never miss a recipe! Subscribe to the email Newsletter!

Lamb Chops in Cherry and Port Sauce

[heart_this] · Apr 1, 2008 · 48 Comments

Lamb Chops in Cherry and Port Sauce

I have been enjoying lamb a lot recently. The other day I came across this recipe for lamb chops in a dried cherry and port sauce that sounded so good that I just had to try it. I really liked the sound of the cherry sauce and mint with lamb. I picked up some lamb chops from a local butcher and they were well over an inch thick and they had a nice sized layer of fat around them. I was a bit worried that they would not cook up too well but it worked out for the best. The thickness meant that I was able to get a really nice sear and caramelization on the top and bottom of the lamb but it was still perfectly medium rare in the middle. I left the layer of fat on the lamb chops for cooking and it helped keep them perfectly moist and tender. These lamb chops were easily the most perfectly cooked lamb chops that I have ever had. I will have to remember to ask for thickly cut lamb chops from now on. The sauce came together quickly and was very tasty! The cherry and port flavours went really well with the strong flavour of the lamb. My only complaint would be that lamb chops in general are too small and they disappeared too quickly.

Lamb Chops in Cherry and Port Sauce

Lamb Chops in Cherry and Port Sauce

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Servings: 4
ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 4 lamb chops
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 shallots (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup ruby Port
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup dried tart cherries
  • 3 tablespoons cherry jam
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon mint (chopped)
directions
  1. Season the lamb chops with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the oil in a pan.
  3. Add the lamb chops and cook until they reach the desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side to get a thick chop to medium rare.
  4. Set the lamb aside and drain the drippings from the pan.
  5. Add the shallots and saute for 1 minute.
  6. Add the port, broth, cherries, cherry jam, balsamic vinegar and cardamom and deglaze the pan.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer until it thickens to form a sauce, about 6-10 minutes.
  8. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Pour the sauce over the lamb and garnish with the chopped mint.
Similar Recipes:
Lamb Chops with Pomegranate and Red Wine Sauce
Grilled Lamb Chops in Red Currant and Rosemary Sauce
Pork Chops in Balsamic Fig Sauce
Greek Style Grilled Lamb Chops

Food, Gluten-free, Lamb, Low-carb, Main Course, Recipe

eCookbook Bundle Cover

Get ALL 16 Closet Cooking eCookbooks in a bundle for 70% off! Enjoy some of the tastiest recipes from Closet Cooking along with exclusive cookbook recipes!

Get the Cookbook Bundle Now!

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Georgia says

    April 2, 2008 at 12:07 am

    Oh my goodness, I haven’t had lambchops in forever and you make me want to run to the store right NOW! Yum!

    Reply
  2. Peter M says

    April 2, 2008 at 12:25 am

    Kevin, all these lamb dishes are driving me nuts but I’m holding out til Greek Easter.

    The lamb looks sumptuous and the cherry sauce sounds like an awesome pairing.

    Reply
  3. Manggy says

    April 2, 2008 at 12:27 am

    That is a LAMB CHOP! It’s so huge!

    I love meat with fruit flavors 🙂

    Reply
  4. Ferdzy says

    April 2, 2008 at 1:08 am

    I saw that recipe too, and yeah, I was drooling. Too bad I don’t do Port. Looks like you did it proud.

    Reply
  5. javagirlkt's cookin' says

    April 2, 2008 at 1:38 am

    geez, you can blog faster than i can keep up!!! everything looks so freakin good 🙂

    Reply
  6. Vicki says

    April 2, 2008 at 2:03 am

    Holy cow. I mean, holy sheep. That looks delicious.

    Reply
  7. Lori says

    April 2, 2008 at 2:32 am

    I love lamb…I’m bookmarking this one!

    Reply
  8. AnticiPlate says

    April 2, 2008 at 3:38 am

    I saw this on epicurious.com and was wondering if it was good. Some of the comments said it was too sweet. Did you think so?

    Reply
  9. Katie says

    April 2, 2008 at 4:21 am

    Wow that looks really really good. I love the photo – wow. 🙂

    Reply
  10. HoneyB says

    April 2, 2008 at 9:56 am

    Oh that looks so good! When are you coming to our house to cook?? :-p

    Reply
  11. Big Boys Oven says

    April 2, 2008 at 9:59 am

    I am amazed with this lamb chop! awesomely delicious!

    Reply
  12. Laura @ Hungry and Frozen says

    April 2, 2008 at 10:02 am

    That looks like a delicious combination 🙂

    Reply
  13. Nina's Kitchen (Nina Timm) says

    April 2, 2008 at 10:12 am

    That is one fabulous meal, my friend. That lamb chop could not have asked for better treatment.

    Reply
  14. Christie @ fig & cherry says

    April 2, 2008 at 10:17 am

    My favourite meat coupled with my favourite fruit – yum, yum, yum!

    Reply
  15. Helen says

    April 2, 2008 at 10:52 am

    I love lamb chops and they sound totally delcicious, I love the idea of that sauce, I might have to try it. I always snip the fat at 2cm ish intervals all the way around so that the meat doesn’t curl up.

    Reply
  16. Pam says

    April 2, 2008 at 11:46 am

    wow! Your photos are so beautiful and enticing.

    Reply
  17. Elly says

    April 2, 2008 at 1:11 pm

    These sound so delicious, Kevin. And what a beautiful picture!

    Reply
  18. JennDZ - The Leftover Queen says

    April 2, 2008 at 1:29 pm

    Looks beautiful Kevin! I love the cherry port sauce – sounds wonderful and very creative~

    Reply
  19. Gloria says

    April 2, 2008 at 1:57 pm

    So delicious Kevin! xx Gloria

    Reply
  20. LyB says

    April 2, 2008 at 2:17 pm

    That looks so delicious! I love to use port in sauces like that, it adds such nice flavor. Beautiful!

    Reply
  21. Mochachocolata Rita says

    April 2, 2008 at 2:20 pm

    hi kev, gorgeous as always…u’d find me licking the bones at the corner

    Reply
  22. RecipeGirl says

    April 2, 2008 at 2:40 pm

    I think you either love lamb or hate it. I LOVE it! The sauce sounds delicious.

    Reply
  23. diva says

    April 2, 2008 at 2:45 pm

    hello kevin! kudos to lamb. the sauce looks just lovely..will be sure to try it soon x

    Reply
  24. Deborah says

    April 2, 2008 at 2:59 pm

    I wish I had a good butcher like that here! I have never made lamb before.

    Reply
  25. Zach says

    April 2, 2008 at 3:00 pm

    Kevin! This looks delicious! I’m so glad we could help you with the idea. It IS a very tasty dish, and we’ll definitely be making it again.

    Reply
  26. cakewardrobe says

    April 2, 2008 at 3:02 pm

    Your dishes are so fancy and beautiful! It looks great!

    Reply
  27. Sylvia says

    April 2, 2008 at 3:18 pm

    You drive me nuts with this dish , lamb meat , for me , is the best meat.

    Reply
  28. dp says

    April 2, 2008 at 3:27 pm

    That looks delicious! I wish it were easier to fresh get lamb chops here.

    Reply
  29. Gloria says

    April 2, 2008 at 4:03 pm

    Kevin when you have time see my Blog I tag you to a simple meme, and talk about your lovely cook.
    xxxGloria,

    Reply
  30. Maya says

    April 2, 2008 at 5:38 pm

    Kevin:

    That so good, I am hungry now!

    Reply
  31. Michelle says

    April 2, 2008 at 5:43 pm

    May I have an affair with you? Will you cook all my meals for me? 😛

    Reply
  32. giz says

    April 2, 2008 at 5:58 pm

    I don’t know where you got the lamb from – I never see chops that size. I love the cherry and port combination – tart and rich together. Port and blue cheese is my very favourite snack so this recipe with port is for sure a must try.

    Reply
  33. michelle @ TNS says

    April 2, 2008 at 6:56 pm

    that is a monster lamb chop. and the colors on the dish are beautiful. well done!

    Reply
  34. Jessy and her dog Winnie says

    April 2, 2008 at 7:35 pm

    Wow that looks great, and sounds so fancy. lol

    Reply
  35. Steph says

    April 2, 2008 at 10:35 pm

    It sounds wonderful! Very pretty too!

    Reply
  36. We Are Never Full says

    April 2, 2008 at 11:30 pm

    Those lamb chops look large and in charge! I want a bite.

    amy @ http://www.weareneverfull.com

    Reply
  37. Gretchen Noelle says

    April 3, 2008 at 1:07 am

    I love port with so many things (arroz con leche, stews) and once again, this sounds great!

    Reply
  38. Proud Italian Cook says

    April 3, 2008 at 2:50 am

    Tart cherries and ruby port! A match made in heaven! And it looks awesome too!

    Reply
  39. Christine says

    April 3, 2008 at 3:47 am

    I think sour cherries and port pair with meat, and particularly lamb, so well. A lovely dish you made, too.

    Reply
  40. Pixie says

    April 3, 2008 at 12:41 pm

    Great looking lamb chops!

    Reply
  41. marye says

    April 3, 2008 at 1:54 pm

    kevin, this looks great. Your images are always so fantastic…and with the food..I swear, your blog is incredible.

    Reply
  42. Rosie says

    April 3, 2008 at 2:59 pm

    Looks very delicious Kevin!

    Reply
  43. aria says

    April 4, 2008 at 4:03 am

    ohmigod!!!! i like the sound of that sauce too, it looks and sounds unbelievable!

    mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

    Reply
  44. Mike of Mike's Table says

    April 4, 2008 at 2:55 pm

    I’ve also been all about lamb lately (seems my easter-pertinent posts are a little late, lol) and this is a sauce I absolutely have to try. The results look fantastic–very nice work!

    Reply
  45. Marija says

    April 7, 2008 at 11:55 pm

    Oh Kevin, I love your photos!

    Reply
  46. Jamie says

    April 5, 2009 at 4:07 pm

    Kevin, how did I miss this post? I love lamb and cook it often and I adore meat with fruit sauce! This looks and sounds amazing!

    Reply
  47. Seth says

    May 2, 2009 at 6:58 am

    The sauce was amazing! I did make some modifications: water instead of broth (bec I didn’t have any, used frozen cherries instead of dried (bec I had them at hand) and I used half the listed cardamom (only used 1/4 tsp). I use cardamom in my morning oatmeal and know that if I use more than a small dash, my breakfast will taste like soap. I was worried my dinner my taste like soap if I used the full 1/2 tsp.
    In any case, I really admire your blog and your passion for food!

    Reply
  48. Bee says

    April 19, 2012 at 10:58 pm

    I tried this last night with dried cranberries instead and omitted the cherry jam. Boy the flavors blend in perfectly with lamb. Thanks for the great recipe!

    Btw I couldn't pin this. Was able to do so on other website.

    Thanks again!

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Primary Sidebar

Subscribe to the free Closet Cooking email newsletter and get a FREE copy of the eBook:
The Best of Closet Cooking!

About Me

Kevin: I came to realize that my meals were boring and that I had been eating the same few dishes over and over again for years. It was time for a change! I now spend my free time searching for, creating and trying tasty new recipes in my closet sized kitchen.
Read More

The Best of Closet Cooking 2023 – FREE eCookbook

The Best of Closet Cooking Book Cover

eCookbook Bundle

eCookbook Bundle

Top Recipes

Chicken and Avocado Burritos
Ham and Potato Corn Chowder
Mexican Street Corn Nachos
Balsamic Garlic Grilled Mushroom Skewers
Baked Firecracker Chicken
Caprese Balsamic Grilled Chicken
Balsamic Soy Roasted Garlic Mushrooms
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini Skillet
Parmesan Roasted Carrot Fries
Asiago Roasted Onions
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
About | Contact Us | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy
Copyright © 2007-2023, Closet Cooking Ltd. All Rights Reserved.