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Smothered Lamb Chops and Blackened Salmon over Smoked Gouda Grits

Smothered Lamb Chops and Blackened Salmon over Smoked Gouda Grits

A delicious fusion of tender lamb chops and blackened salmon served over creamy smoked Gouda grits, garnished with fresh green onions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 Lamb chops
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Black garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed pink peppercorns
  • 2 Salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup Grits
  • 4 cups Water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup Smoked Gouda cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream
  • 2 Green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring water or chicken broth to a boil. Add a pinch of salt. Gradually whisk in the grits, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Reduce heat to low and cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  2. Once cooked, stir in the smoked Gouda, butter, and heavy cream. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set aside and keep warm.
  3. Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, black garlic powder, and crushed pink peppercorns.
  4. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the lamb chops and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Remove from the skillet and let rest.
  5. Season the salmon fillets with salt and Cajun seasoning on both sides. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and blackened. Remove from the skillet.
  6. Spoon the smoked Gouda grits onto each plate. Top with a lamb chop and a salmon fillet. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Notes

For a spicier dish, adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to taste. Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.