MARINATED LAMB CHOPS

This is dish is simply delicious . It is all about a lengthy marinating time . I'm using lamb cutlets for this dish , but you can also use lamb loin chops or large chunks of boneless lamb leg or shoulder . So let's get started .... Mix together 3 tbs of minced garlic , 1 dsp of minced ginger , the finely grated rind of 2 lemons , the juice of 2 lemons , 1and 1/2 tbs of ground cumin , 1 and 1/2 tbs of ground tumeric , 1 dsp of ground cinnamon , 1/2 to 1 tsp of chilli powder ( optional ) and finally 250 gm of natural yoghurt in a bowl and season with cracked black pepper . Place 8 lamb cutlets /or chops / or 500gm of cubed lamb shoulder in a non metallic bowl in a single layer . Pour the yoghurt mixture over the lamb and toss to coat well. Cover with cling wrap and place in the refrigerator for 24 - 48 hours , do not stint on the marinating time as the yoghurt mixture tenderises the meat . When you are ready to cook preheat your oven to 180 deg C . Then place the marinated lamb on a baking tray lined with baking paper and cook in the preheated oven for 25 - 30 minutes or until cooked to your liking . Serve over baked or cauliflower mash with chopped mint and lime wedges .