Jerk Spiced Jersey Lamb with Mango Salsa

Tender Jersey lamb marinated in fiery Jamaican jerk spices, grilled to perfection, and topped with a refreshing and sweet mango salsa. A perfect balance of heat and sweetness!

Prep Time

30 minutes

Total Time

50 minutes

Calories

650 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£6.19/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner

Cuisine:

Jersey•Mexican

Main Ingredient:

Lamb

Cooking Style:

Grilling

Dietary:

Gluten-Free•Dairy-Free

Mood:

Healthy•Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

1.5lbsJersey Lamb Loin Chops(About 1 inch thick)

£18.75

0.5Scotch Bonnet Pepper(Adjust to your spice preference, seeds removed for less heat)

£0.30

6Green Onions(Chopped)

£0.75

4clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.20

1tbspGinger(Grated)

£0.15

2tspAllspice(Ground)

£0.10

2tspThyme(Dried)

£0.10

0.5tspCinnamon(Ground)

£0.05

0.3tspNutmeg(Ground)

£0.05

1tbspBrown Sugar(Packed)

£0.05

2tbspSoy Sauce(Low sodium)

£0.10

2tbspOlive Oil

£0.20

2tbspLime Juice(Freshly squeezed)

£0.15

1tspSalt(To taste)

£0.01

0.5tspBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

£0.05

2Mango(Diced)

£2.50

0.3Red Onion(Finely diced)

£0.15

0.5Red Bell Pepper(Diced)

£0.40

0.5Jalapeño(Seeded and minced (optional, for extra heat))

£0.20

0.3cupCilantro(Chopped)

£0.35

1tbspLime Juice(Freshly squeezed, for salsa)

£0.15

Total Cost

£24.76

£6.19 per serving

Instructions

1.
**Prepare the Jerk Marinade:** In a food processor or blender, combine the scotch bonnet pepper, green onions, garlic, ginger, allspice, thyme, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, soy sauce, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Process until a smooth paste forms.
2.
**Marinate the Lamb:** Place the lamb chops in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the jerk marinade over the lamb, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
3.
**Prepare the Mango Salsa:** While the lamb is marinating, prepare the mango salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro. Toss gently with the lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
4.
**Grill the Lamb:** Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the lamb chops from the marinade, shaking off any excess. Discard the marinade.
5.
**Cook the Lamb:** Grill the lamb chops for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your desired level of doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness (135°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium).
6.
**Rest the Lamb:** Remove the lamb chops from the grill and let them rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chop.
7.
**Serve:** Top each lamb chop with a generous spoonful of the mango salsa. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (300g)

650 kcal / 2720 kJ

Carbs

25g

10% of RDA

Fat

35g

50% of RDA

Protein

55g

110% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

4 g

13% of RDA

Sugar

18 g

20% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

12 g

60% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a milder flavor, remove the seeds and membranes from the scotch bonnet pepper before using. You can also substitute with a milder chili pepper like habanero.

Marinating the lamb overnight will result in a more intense flavor.

Adjust the amount of jalapeño in the mango salsa to your liking.

Serve with rice and peas or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.

If you don't have a grill, you can pan-sear the lamb chops in a cast-iron skillet.

Cooking Equipment

Grill

Mixing Bowls

Food Processor or Blender

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Chef's Tips

For a milder flavor, remove the seeds and membranes from the scotch bonnet pepper before using. You can also substitute with a milder chili pepper like habanero.

Marinating the lamb overnight will result in a more intense flavor.

Adjust the amount of jalapeño in the mango salsa to your liking.

Serve with rice and peas or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.

If you don't have a grill, you can pan-sear the lamb chops in a cast-iron skillet.

Jerk Spiced Jersey Lamb with Mango Salsa

Ingredients

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