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Icelandic Breaded Lamb Chops with Spiced Red Cabbage Recipe

Icelandic Breaded Lamb Chops with Spiced Red Cabbage Recipe

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The Icelandic Breaded Lamb Chops with Spiced Red Cabbage Recipe is a traditional dish from Iceland. It reflects the country's culinary heritage, combining historical flavors with modern preferences.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Icelandic
Calories: 665
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 lamb chops
  • 4 oz Blueberries fresh or dried
  • 1 apple large
  • 1 onion large
  • 1 cabbage red 750g-1kg
  • 2 eggs large free-range
  • 4 tbsp Bramble jelly or jam
  • 20 grinds Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp sugar Brown
  • 5 1 inch Cinnamon sticks
  • 3 Cloves
  • 1 flour Plain
  • 1 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 2 oz Red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil or rapeseed
  • 4 oz Breadcrumbs dry white
  • 4 oz Butter unsalted
  • 4 oz butter Clarified

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking tray
  • Large pan for cabbage
  • Utensils for cooking and serving
  • Plates for serving

Method
 

Prepare the lamb chops:
  1. a. Trim excess fat from the lamb chops.
  2. b. Season each chop with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
  3. c. Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with plain flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with dry white breadcrumbs.
  4. d. Coat each lamb chop first in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally, coat with breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs onto the chops to ensure even coating.
  5. e. Place the breaded lamb chops on a tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the coating to set.
Prepare the spiced red cabbage:
  1. a. Thinly slice the red cabbage.
  2. b. Dice the onion and apple.
  3. c. In a large pan, heat vegetable or rapeseed oil over medium heat.
  4. d. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent.
  5. e. Stir in the sliced cabbage and diced apple.
  6. f. Add the cinnamon sticks, cloves, brown sugar, and red wine vinegar.
  7. g. Cook the cabbage mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and has absorbed the flavors. This may take about 30-40 minutes.
  8. h. Once cooked, remove the cinnamon sticks and cloves.
Prepare the blueberry sauce:
  1. a. In a saucepan, combine the blueberries and bramble jelly or jam.
  2. b. Heat the mixture over low heat until the blueberries break down and the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
  3. c. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Cook the lamb chops:
  1. a. In a large skillet, melt a combination of butter and clarified butter over medium-high heat.
  2. b. Place the breaded lamb chops in the skillet.
  3. c. Cook each chop for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked to your desired level of doneness.
Serve the Icelandic Breaded Lamb Chops with Spiced Red Cabbage:
  1. a. Plate the lamb chops alongside the spiced red cabbage.
  2. b. Drizzle the blueberry sauce over the lamb chops or serve it on the side.

Notes

Keep lamb chops refrigerated for at least 20 minutes after breading.
Use clarified butter for a higher smoke point when frying.
Adjust cinnamon and cloves to personal taste in the red cabbage.
Double-check the lamb chops' doneness to avoid overcooking.
Prepare the blueberry sauce ahead for convenience.
Serve with a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
Try variations of breadcrumbs for added texture.