How to cook lamb chops in an air fryer

So you  bought the wonder appliance of the '20s along with the rest of the world because let's face it, you need any excuse to cut down on your cooking time and meals that are ready in less than 30 minutes is the only kind of quick-and-easy getting you excited these days.

But did you know you can make more than just pies and chips or chicken nuggets and fish fingers? Yup, chicken wings, steaks, chops, sausage and even plant-powered proteins are all equally yummy when cooked in an air ftyer.

So get ready to have your mind blown with this lamb chop recipe that's air fryer-friendly and cooked perfectly in under 10 minutes.

COOK'S NOTE: This is an easy way to feed a crowd – while tricking them into thinking you've worked very hard. Your only limitation is the size of your air fryer basket!

Try this Argentinian Lamb Chop recipe today and broaden your air fryer repertoire.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 kg free range lamb chops
  • Woolworths Original Braai marinade
  • 1 cup chopped mint
  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 cloves mashed garlic
  • ¼ tsp red chilli
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • sea salt to taste
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

METHOD

  1. Brush 1 kg free range lamb chops with Woolworths Original Braai Marinade to coat. Place the chops in a large bowl with a lid and let it marinade for 30 minutes in the fridge. 
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 200°C .
  3. Add the marinated lamb chops to the air fryer basket and cook it for 7 to 9 minutes, amking sure to flip it halfway through.
  4. You can serve it as is with your favourite sides or try this delicious chimichurri sauce: In a mortar and pestle, grind together 1 cup chopped mint, 1 cup chopped parsley, 2 cloves mashed garlic, ¼ teaspoon red chilli, ¼ cup red wine vinegar, sea salt to taste, ½ cup extra virgin olive oil and salt and pepper.

The purists might feel lamb chops are best on the braai, but try this non-braai recipe for quick and easy midweek braai flavour without all the fuss.