Mustard lamb cutlets with mint aioli and char-grilled potatoes

Posted on July 27, 2024

This delightful dish features succulent lamb cutlets marinated in a flavorful blend of wholegrain mustard, garlic, and olive oil. The cutlets are grilled to perfection and served alongside char-grilled kipfler potatoes, tender snow peas, and crisp asparagus. The meal is complemented by a refreshing mint aioli, adding a cool and creamy contrast to the savory flavors.

Dinner

Ingredients

12 (about 1.2kg) lamb cutlets

1 tablespoon wholegrain mustard

2 garlic cloves, crushed

2 tablespoons olive oil

250g kipfler potatoes, sliced diagonally

200g snow peas

1 bunch asparagus, trimmed, halved Mint aioli

1/4 cup mint leaves

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 egg yolk

1/2 teaspoon mustard powder

1 tablespoon malt or cider vinegar

1/2 cup (125ml) light olive oil

Instructions

1

Combine the lamb, mustard, garlic and 2 teaspoonfuls of the oil in a medium bowl. Set aside for 15 minutes to marinate.

2

Meanwhile, cook the potatoes in a saucepan of boiling water for 7-8 minutes or until almost tender.

3

Add the snow peas and cook for a further 1 minute or until tender crisp. Refresh under cold running water.

4

To make the mint aioli, place the mint, garlic, egg yolk, mustard powder and vinegar in the bowl of a food processor and process until combined.

5

With the motor running, gradually add the oil in a thin, steady stream until mixture is thick and pale. Season with salt and pepper.

6

Preheat a barbecue or char-grill pan on high. Add the lamb to the grill and cook for 2 minutes each side for medium or until cooked to your liking.

7

Transfer to a plate and cover with foil. Set aside for 5 minutes to rest.

8

Brush the potatoes and asparagus with remaining oil.

9

Add the potatoes to the grill and cook for 2 minutes each side or until charred.

10

Add the asparagus and cook for 2 minutes or until just tender. Remove from heat.

11

Arrange the potato, snow peas and asparagus on serving plates. Top with lamb and dollop with aioli.

Key Points About Ingredients:

• Lamb cutlets: Choose high-quality, fresh lamb cutlets for the best flavor and texture.
• Kipfler potatoes: These waxy potatoes hold their shape well during cooking and have a nutty flavor.
• Snow peas and asparagus: These green vegetables add color, crunch, and nutrients to the dish.
• Mint aioli: Fresh mint leaves, garlic, egg yolk, mustard powder, and vinegar create a zesty, creamy sauce.

Key Nutritional Insights:

• Lamb is an excellent source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
• It also contains several important vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin B12, zinc, and iron.
• The vegetables in this dish provide fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.
• Mint aioli adds healthy fats from the olive oil.

• Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size1
• Amount per serving
• Calories590
• Standard DV% Daily Value*
• Total Fat40 g72 g55.56%
• Saturated Fat12 g20 g60%
• Cholesterol145 mg300 mg48.33%
• Total Carbohydrate15 g275 g5.45%
• Dietary Fiber4 g28 g14.29%
• Protein45 g50 g90%
• Iron4 mg18 mg22.22%
• Potassium700 mg4700 mg14.89%
• Vitamin A255 mcg900 mcg28.33%
• Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)40 mg90 mg44.44%
• Vitamin B12 (Cobalamine)2.5 mcg2.4 mcg104.17%
• Zinc6 mg11 mg54.55%
• * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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