Grilled Lamb Chops with Kiwi Mango Relish

A tropical spin on mint jelly provides a tasty wake-up call to the palate served alongside juicy lamb chops.

Make the relish the evening before and refrigerate overnight for the best flavor.

20 min Prep: 5 min Cook: 15 min
Serves: 16 Save

Ingredients (13)

  • Relish:
  • 2 cup diced mango
  • 1/2 cup diced kiwi
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded, if desired, and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind
  • 2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar or honey
  • 3 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
  • Chops:
  • 16 rib or loin lamb chops, each 1 1/2 to 2 inches thick
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Coarsely ground black pepper

Directions

  1. To prepare relish, combine all relish ingredients. Stir gently. Cover and refrigerate up to 3 hours. Let relish come to room temperature before serving. Makes 2½ cups.
  2. To prepare chops, prepare grill. Sprinkle chops with salt and pepper. Cook chops over medium-hot fire 6 to 8 minutes per side or to desired degree of doneness. Season with more pepper just before serving. Serve with relish.