Dirge's Kickin' Chimaerok Chops
Since it's no longer possible to get chimaerok tenderloins after the sinking of the Isle of Dread, we're making do with lamb chops. Do not, I repeat, do not disturb Prince Lakma, last of his kind. He's the one chimaerok left in Azeroth, and my friend simply cannot catch a break with all of you chasing after his legendary, savory haunches. Lamb chops are a fine substitute. Trust me.
⏱️ Prep: 10 min🍳 Cook: 10 min
Ingredients
| 1 tablespoon | 15 ml | red curry paste |
| 1/4 cup | 60 ml | rum or bourbon |
| 1/2 cup | 120 ml | chicken broth |
| 1 pound | 455 g | lamb shoulder chops |
| 1 teaspoon | 5 ml | cumin (spice rub) |
| 1 teaspoon | 5 ml | paprika (spice rub) |
| 1 teaspoon | 5 ml | Aleppo pepper flakes, or other red pepper flakes (spice rub) |
| 1/2 teaspoon each | nutmeg and cinnamon (spice rub) | |
| Pinch | salt (spice rub) | |
| 1 to 2 tablespoons | 15–30 ml | olive oil (spice rub) |
Instructions
- Combine the red curry paste, rum, and chicken broth in an airtight bag or a shallow baking dish. Place the lamb chops in this marinade, making sure to cover both sides of the meat, and let sit for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
- When you are ready to cook, combine the spices for the rub in a small bowl. Place a large frying pan over medium heat and pour in the olive oil to begin heating it up. Meanwhile, pull the lamb chops out of the bag and set on a plate. Pat dry, then press half the spice mixture onto one side of the meat. Flip, and press the remaining spices onto the chops.
- Once the pan is hot, lower the chops in gently. Cook on each side for about 4 to 5 minutes, until the lamb is cooked through to your preference. Remove from the pan and allow to rest for about 5 minutes under a tent of foil to keep it warm.
- If you like, you can make a small amount of sauce by pouring the rest of the marinade into the emptied pan, and scraping to get up any spices that have cooked down. Stir for a few minutes, until the mixture has thickened somewhat, then strain into a small pitcher and serve alongside the chops.