Name: Spiced Marinated Lamb Chops with Garlicky Yogurt
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Yield: Serves 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups whole-milk plain Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, finely grated; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 2 pounds rib, shoulder, or loin lamb chops, frenched if desired; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

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These quick-cooking lamb chops make dinner feel instantly fancy.

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