Mozzarella-Stuffed Lamb Chops with Artichoke Ragout

Lamb cutlets stuffed with prosciutto, mozzarella, and basil, breaded and fried, served with a fresh vegetable artichoke ragout.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 961.3 kcals 3845.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 41.4 grams 165.5 grams
Fat 58 grams 232.1 grams
Protein 62.1 grams 248.4 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
75
g
Flour
Plain
Dairy
1
piece
Mozzarella
Cut into 12 strips
4
piece
Egg
Free-range, lightly beaten
50
g
Parmesan
Peeled into shavings
Fruits
0.5
unit
Lemon
Juice only
GrainsCereals
110
g
Liquids
Meat
12
piece
Lamb Cutlets
French-trimmed
4
slice
Prosciutto
Parma ham, each cut into 3 strips
NutsSeeds
12
piece
Basil
Fresh leaves
2
clove
Garlic
Finely diced
3
tbsp
Basil
Chopped fresh leaves
OilsFats
3
tbsp
Olive Oil
For frying lamb
2
tbsp
3
tbsp
Olive Oil
For ragout
Vegetables
50
g
Rocket
Fresh leaves
2
piece
Shallot
Finely diced
200
g
Artichoke
Baby, trimmed and thinly sliced
200
g
Tomato
Chopped
150
g
Green Bean
Cut into 2cm pieces
1
piece
Courgette
Cut into 1cm cubes

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Cut a large pouch in each lamb cutlet.
  • Wrap mozzarella and a basil leaf with a piece of prosciutto; repeat for all stripes.
  • Stuff each cutlet with the prosciutto bundle and press edges to seal.
  • Prepare plates with seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
  • Dredge cutlets in flour, dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  • Fry cutlets in olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
  • Transfer to a tray and roast for 5-8 minutes.
  • Toss rocket and parmesan with extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice.
  • Sauté shallots and garlic in olive oil, then add artichokes and wine.
  • Simmer covered for 3 minutes, then add stock, tomatoes, and beans to cook for 3 more minutes.
  • Add courgettes and cook for 3 minutes until tender, then stir in fresh basil.
  • Serve the lamb atop the vegetable ragout with the salad on the side.