Aron’s Lamb Chops

Bold, tangy, and deeply savory — Aron’s lamb chops get their signature flavor from a marinade of Aleppo pepper, hot pepper paste, tomato paste, and pomegranate molasses. An overnight soak lets the flavors fully develop before hitting the grill, resulting in juicy chops with a rich, smoky-sweet crust.

Prep time: 15 min (+ overnight marinade) | Cook time: 12–14 min | Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 lamb chops
• 3 tsp kosher salt
• 2–3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Aleppo pepper
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2–3 tbsp hot pepper paste
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
• 1 onion, sliced

Directions

1. Prep the onion. Slice the onion and set aside.
2. Make the marinade. In a bowl, combine kosher salt, olive oil, Aleppo pepper, black pepper, hot pepper paste, tomato paste, and pomegranate molasses. Mix well.
3. Marinate the lamb. Rub the mixture thoroughly over the lamb chops, then add the sliced onion. Transfer everything to a resealable plastic bag and refrigerate overnight.
4. Heat the grill. Preheat to medium-high heat.
5. Grill. Cook the lamb chops 6–7 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
6. Rest and serve. Let the chops rest a few minutes before serving to lock in the juices.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Bold flavor: Aleppo pepper and pomegranate molasses bring a distinctive sweet-tangy-spicy balance
• Make-ahead friendly: Overnight marinade means minimal day-of prep
• Quick cook: On the grill in under 15 minutes