Lamb Chops With Mustard Herb Crust

A Recipe from Emeril in Everyday Food (November 2009)

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup Dijon mustard
• 1  tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1⁄2 cup  plain breadcrumbs
• 2  tablespoons parmesan cheese, finally grated
• 1  tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced
• 1  teaspoon  dried Italian herb seasoning
• 8  lamb chops, 3-4 ounces each
•  kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 2  tablespoons  vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine mustard and garlic.
2. In a wide shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, rosemary and dried herbs; whisk to combine.
3. Pat lamb chops dry with a paper towel and season with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper.
4. With a basting brush, lightly coat lamb chops with mustard mixture.
5. Dip chops in bread crumb mixture coating evenly on both sides.
6. In a large nonstick saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high.
7. Add half the lamb chops to pan and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
8. Repeat with remaining chops and oil.
9. Let lamb chops rest 5 minutes before serving.