Spicy Lamb Chops with Tomato-Cucumber Raita

These lamb chops provide a powerpunch of flavor that is toned down by the coolness of the tomato-cucumber raita. It's spicy and refreshing all at the same time! Feel free to cut down on the curry power and cayenne to suit your own preference or for a milder version. You can have these chops on the table in just over 30 minutes.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons curry powder
• 1  teaspoon sugar
• 1  teaspoon cumin
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne
• 1  pinch nutmeg
• 4  bone-in shoulder lamb chops, 1/2 inch thick
• 8  ounces plain yogurt, whole milk or 8  ounces low-fat plain yogurt
• 1⁄2 cup cucumber, peeled seeded and diced small
• 1⁄2 cup tomatoes, peeled seeded and diced small
• 2  tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped
• 1  tablespoon mayonnaise
• 2  teaspoons fresh lime juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  minced garlic

Directions

1. Combine yogurt, cucumber, tomato, mint, mayonnaise, lime juice, 1/2 tsp salt and minced garlic in a medium bowl.
2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Combine curry powder, sugar, cumin, 1 tsp salt, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg in a small bowl.
4. Generously press the spice rub over both sides of the lamb chops.
5. Grill, or pan grill chops over medium-hot heat for 2-3 minutes per side for medium rare.
6. Serve with the cucumber-tomato raita.