Learn how to make delicious and easy Garlic and Rosemary Lamb Porterhouse!!! These lamb chops make an easy and different dinner idea.
The flavor of lamb is fantastic- rich, deep, and savory; plus, you can get lamb chops at your grocery store!!! Lamb porterhouse, also called lamb loin chops are, like a mini T-bone steak. And when cooked correctly are so tender.
If you are new to cooking lamb, don't worry; you will have a tender and flavorful lamb porterhouse every time with this recipe. Serve them up for the family like you would your favorite steak dinner. We love them with garlic potatoes and salad!
What is a Lamb Porterhouse?
Lamb Porterhouse is the name for a cut of lamb; it is generally only used in America. The lamb porterhouse is also sometimes referred to as lamb loin chops. It is made from a cut of meat from the leg and loin. It is an excellent cut of lamb because it has plenty of marbling, so it will be tender and flavorful when cooked.
Lamb porterhouse looks like a mini T-bone steak. This is because they have both the loin and fillet part of the meat as part of the chop.
The ones you see that look like a single cut from a rack of ribs (like a meat lollipop) are Lamb rib chops. If you want to cook those, check out my recipe for lamb lollipops.
Are lamb chops easy to cook?
Lamb porterhouse is an excellent cut of meat! They are so easy to cook with as they taste fantastic medium rare, medium, and even when cooked through, they still have great flavor!
I would recommend going for medium-rare to medium as this is when they are the most tender.
What does Lamb Porterhouse taste like?
Lamb chops have a distinctively meaty, robust flavor. It isn't a strong flavor like game, but it isn't a mild flavor like chicken. Instead, think of it like as similar to beef steak - savory and delicious.
These lamb chops are rubbed with garlic and rosemary and left to marinate. This adds extra flavor and also keeps them juicy and tender.
Can you buy lamb at the grocery store?
Lamb is a popular meat in many parts of the world. It is expensive here in Australia, but the availability and variety of cuts are quite large. It is a very popular meat in the UK, and you can get most cuts in even a small grocery store.
In the US, you can buy it in the grocery store; the selection isn't as vast as that of beef or chicken. But you will find porterhouse/loin chops and rib chops in most stores.
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How to cook lamb porterhouse on the stove.
- Marinate the lamb chops in garlic, rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Give it a minimum of 30 minutes, but all day would be better. You can leave it for up to 24 hours. If you are marinating for just 30 minutes to an hour, keep it covered on the counter. So it comes to room temperature. Any longer than that, keep it in the fridge until 30 minutes before you want to cook it.
- Allow the lamb to come to room temperature. Before you start to cook, remove it from the refrigerator and leave it on the counter for 30-60 minutes, depending on the weather and season.
- Place a large skillet or griddle pan over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add the chops (no need for oil) and cook for about 3 minutes on one side, then turn over and cook for another 3 minutes on the other side.
- Remove chops to a plate, cover with aluminum foil and let the chops rest for 5-10 minutes.
- While the chops are resting, add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt into the juices in the pan. Pour this over the lamb before serving.
What to serve with Lamb Porterhouse
You can serve lamb chops like a steak, pork chop or grilled chicken breast. So pick your family's favorite side dishes. Some suggestions would be:
What wine to serve with Lamb Porterhouse
Lamb is more commonly paired with red wine. A medium-bodied red wine such as a Chianti or Merlot. Both can balance the richness of the meat and the smoky notes.
For those who prefer a white, try an oaked Chardonnay or a Viognier. The rich buttery wine works with the lamb.
Enjoy x
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Easy Lamb Porterhouse (Lamb Loin Chops) Recipe
Ingredients
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
- 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 12 lamb porterhouse chops
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil6 cloves garlic2 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt½ teaspoon black pepper
- Place the lamb chops in a non-metallic dish (or a ziplock bag) and pour over the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.12 lamb porterhouse chops
- Allow the lamb chops to come to room temperature before you start to cook. (roughly 30 minutes on the counter)
- Place a large skillet or griddle pan over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add the chops (no need for extra oil) and cook for about 3 minutes on one side, then turn over and cook for another 3 minutes on the other side.
- Remove chops to a plate, cover with aluminum foil and let the chops rest for 5-10 minutes.
- While the chops are resting, add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt into the juices in the pan. Pour this and any collected juices on the plate over the lamb before serving.1 tablespoon butter
Nutrition
Nutrition is per serving
Paul Fitzgerald says
Here's one of those preparations that beats us over the head with the old lesson that less is more. Fresh rosemary, garlic, salt and pepper... and let it marinate. Voila! My chops were at least an inch thick so I turned down the heat just a titch and seared them on every side to prevent burning. It took a bit more active management but it was worth it. Pulled them off in the mid 120 degrees and they were some of the best pieces of lamb I've ever cooked.
Marta says
The garlic and rosemary on these lamb porterhouse chops were so perfectly balanced and added tons of flavor. I loved them!
Claire McEwen says
Oh I am glad you enjoyed them Marta 🙂
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Heidy says
I found this recipe on Pinterest and had to try it immediately. It came out perfect will all your tips and tricks. Our family loved it. I will be making this again soon. Have a great day.
Claire McEwen says
Oh I am so pleased you enjoyed it Heidy, thank you for taking the time to come back and comment.
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Cathleen says
Lamb is one of my favourite things to make and eat, and this didn't disappoint! Definitely going to be making this again 🙂
Lauren Michael Harris says
I don't cook lamb often so I found this recipe and made it for my husband. He LOVED it and asked it be added to our regular rotation - thanks!
Claire McEwen says
Oh that just makes me smile 🙂
Glad you both enjoyed it!
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Sean says
I just bought some lamb for dinner and made this. They came out perfectly. They were so good.
Kathryn says
My husband is going to love this recipe! This looks even better than the restaurant kind and your recipe is so easy to follow! Thanks for the recipe!
Bernice says
Would you believe I've never heard of a lamb porterhouse? These steaks look like they are cooked to perfection and I know that they're tasty because lamb, garlic, and rosemary are so amazing together.
Peter says
I love lamb porterhouse, the garlic and fresh rosemary are a given, but what really took this recipe to the next level was adding the butter. Melting in skillet and pouring over the lamb elevated this recipe! What a great tip! Thank you!
Megan says
I cannot wait to give this a go. I love the simplicity of the recipe and all my favourite flavours with the lamb. Thanks Claire for another winner.
Gloria says
We do love a good lamb recipe. These sound perfectly seasoned with garlic and rosemary. I think hubby would love this for Father's Day dinner.
Dani says
I was always scared to cook lamb at home until I found your recipe for Lamb Porterhouse. We made this for an impromptu weeknight date night at home and oh my, I think we will eat more lamb moving forward. Thank you for this delicious recipe
Claire McEwen says
Oh I am so pleased you enjoyed it Dani 🙂
It is a bit of a treat isn't it.
Glad you had a fun date night
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Nancy says
My boyfriend was just talking about him craving lamb. Your recipe sounds exactly like something he would devour. Going to show him and am sure he'll want to make it this weekend.
Claire McEwen says
Thank you Nancy.
I hope you both enjoy it 🙂
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