LOW Carb: Encrusted Lamb Steaks with Herbs and Mustard

Encrusted Lamb Steaks with Herbs and Mustard

Ingredients:

•6 tbsp chopped parsley, thyme, mint, and/or marjoram

•2 garlic cloves, chopped

•1 tbsp green peppercorns, drained and crushed

•4 lamb steaks or 12 lamb rib chops

•½ cup olive oil

•3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

•grated zest of 1 lemon

•2 tsp Dijon mustard

•salt

Preparation:

1. Mix the herbs, garlic, and peppercorns together. Rub all over the lamb, pressing to help the herbs adhere. Place in a shallow dish. Drizzle with 2 tbsp of the oil and 1 tbsp of the lemon juice. Cover and let marinate for at least 2 hours.

2. Position a broiler rack 6in from the broiler and preheat. Oil the broiler pan. Place the lamb on the pan. Broil, turning once, about 8 minutes, until well browned.

3. Meanwhile, whisk the remaining 2 tbsp lemon juice with the lemon zest, mustard, and salt, then whisk in the remaining 6 tbsp oil. Serve the lamb topped with the lemon mixture.