Mint and Cumin spiced lamb chops

By jenlin

Ingredients

• 2 medium onions, peeled, quartered
• 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves with tender stems
• 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves with tender stems
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons allspice
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon ras-el-hanout or garam masala
• Kosher salt
• 24 untrimmed lamb rib chops - about 5 pounds

Preparation

Step 1

Pulse onions, cilantro, parsley, mint, cumin, paprika, allspice, red pepper flakes, and ras-el-hanout in a food processor until very finely chopped; season with salt. Place lamb in a large dish and rub with spice mixture. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
Prepare grill for medium-high heat and oil grate. Grill lamb to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest at least 5 minutes before serving.

Lamb can be marinated 12 hours ahead.