Lemon and Oregano Lamb Chops

From May 2007 Australian Super Food Ideas. Suggested to serve with roasted potatoes and onion with a tzatziki dip. Do not include marinading time but do include 5 minutes resting.

• Ready In: 23 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 12  lamb chops (mid-loin trimmed)

• Lemon and Oregano Marinade

• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  garlic cloves (large, crushed or minced)
• 1  lemon, juice of
• 1  teaspoon dried oregano

Directions

1. To make marinade combine oil, garlic, 2 1/2 tablespoons of lemon juice and oregano into a ceramic dish.
2. Add lamb to marinade and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight, if time permits, turning occasionally.
3. Preheat barbecue plate onto medium-high heat.
4. Remove lamb from marinade.
5. Barbecue lamb, basting with marinade for 6 to 8 minutes on each side for medium or until cooked to your liking.
6. Remove to plate, cover and stand for 5 minutes.
7. Serve with suggested roasted vegetables and tzatziki or a simple salad.