How to Sous Vide Lamb Chops?

Are you planning to cook lamb chops for dinner? I am sure you are looking for a healthy and delicious recipe which can be cooked easily. 

In this article, I will tell you the best and easiest way to cook lamb chops.

One of the biggest reasons that people don’t cook better meats at home is the fear of cooking it wrong.

I don’t mean following someone else’s hoity-toity rules, I mean correctly for your taste buds.

If you want your meat cooked perfectly medium rare and it is brutally overcooked, nothing is worse than that.

If your meat is over or undercooked, you can just send it back to the kitchen to have it made correctly. It is not that simple at home.

Meats like lamb, beef, and venison are the perfect medium rare and I have learned how to cook them over the years. The trick is known as Sous Vide.

What is sous vide?

Sous vide (French for under vacuum) is a method of cooking food at a controlled temperature. 

In this method, food is placed in a plastic bag and then vacuum sealed and cooked in a water bath at a constant temperature for a certain period. 

The process of sealing the food in plastic bags and placing them in water is called “sous-vide”, or “under vacuum”.

The best part of this method is that it preserves the flavor of the food. By using sous vide cooking, you will get a delicious taste that is not available otherwise.

How to cook sous vide lamb chops?

Follow the ingredients and steps mentioned in this article to perfectly sous vide lamb chops.

Ingredients needed

• 4 lamb loin chops (2 / person)
• 8 sprigs thyme
• 4 sprigs rosemary
• 2-3 cloves slivered garlic
• salt & pepper

Steps to follow

• Take a large pot and insert an immersion circulator. Set the temperature to 131 degrees F.
• Place each lamb loin in a sealable bag after seasoning it with salt and pepper on all sides. Place a few cloves of garlic on top of the lamb loins and then seal the bags with a couple of aromatic herbs like thyme, rosemary, etc.
• Now add your bags into the water bath.
• Set the timer to three hours.
• When the lamb is cooked inside the water bath remove the bag. Discard all the herbs and seasonings you have used before.
• Now take a pan or a grill and preheat it.
• Sear the chops on both sides for one to two minutes.
• After searing them let them rest for five to ten minutes. Now you are ready to serve.
• Slice the chops and serve with side salads, like apple, cheese, and chive salad.

See also:

• Best Sous Vide Machines
• Best Sous Vide Vacuum Sealers
• Best Sous Vide Bags

What kind of lamb chops can I use?

Buying thick lamb chops is the most important thing when you sous vide lamb chops. It will be best if lamb chops are ¾ of an inch to an inch thick. Here are the four lamb chops you will find:

Shoulder chop – Also called blade or arm chops. These tend to be relatively inexpensive.

Sirloin chop – This meat is cut from the leg of lamb and is relatively inexpensive.

Loin chop – These are like lamb T-bone steaks. These lamb chops are tender and delicious. As a result, they cost more.

Rib chop – These are the ribs of lamb cut into chops. Rib chops will be the most expensive.

All of these four lamb chops can be cooked in the same way when using sous vide. Just pick the lamb chops that fit your budget and availability.

Also, make sure to get the lamb chops that are nice and thick. These are perfect for sous vide.

How long to sous vide lamb chops? Temperature and Time

• Rare: 115 to 124 F
• Medium rare: 125 to 134 F
• Medium: 135 to 144 F
• Medium well: 145 to 154 F
• Well done: 155 F and up

FAQ

Why Sous Vide Lamb Chops?

Lamb is the king of meat. Lamb has high levels of essential amino acids, including lysine.

It has low-fat content, is low in cholesterol, and is a lean cut that is very similar in texture to chicken. Sous vide lamb chops give you the perfect tenderness.

Can you sous vide frozen lamb chops?

Yes! To ensure that your frozen chops cook properly, let them defrost overnight in the refrigerator.

Do not thaw in a microwave. Once defrosted, place the chops on a baking sheet in a shallow pan, then cover the pan with foil.

Place the covered pan into a large roasting bag.

Cook sous vide at 120°F for 30 minutes, and then remove the bag and continue to cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the chops reach an internal temperature of 135°F.

Is Sous Vide Cooking Keto Friendly?

The answer is YES! Sous vide is one of the best ways to cook your lamb, poultry, or other meats so they are safe for those on a keto diet.

When cooking at a low temperature, the meat gets tender and juicy, while still maintaining its nutritional values.

It’s also safer to use than traditional high-temperature methods because bacteria will not grow during the process.

What Should I Serve with Sous Vide Lamb Shoulder Chops?

If you are having lamb chops sous vide, serve it with a sauce that complements the lamb. The most common option is a mint yogurt sauce.

It is a delicious side dish for lamb. You can also serve lamb with side salads, like apple, cheese, and chive salad.

Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed the article. If you have tried this recipe at your home please don’t forget to comment below. Just follow the steps mentioned in this article. You will end up with delicious lamb chops.