This lamb chops chutney Durban style recipe is spicy, satisfying and so delicious that it will have you going back for seconds.

Try this easy crowd-pleasing South African dinner recipe today and you won’t be disappointed!

If you’re on the lookout for a quick South African dinner recipe, you can’t look past this classic lamb chops chutney.

This dish is a big favorite in our home and we make it at least once a week, every single week.

It’s great for also using up any leftover chops you may have from a weekend braai. If you are using already cooked chops, you can whip up this delicious Durban chops chutney in less than 15 minutes, making it the perfect South African weeknight dinner.

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Easy Lamb Chops Chutney

Our favorite cut to use in this dish is lamb loin chops, but you can also get away with using lamb forequarter chops for a cheaper option.

This Durban chops chutney is made with succulent lamb and a fragrant mix of spices in a sweet tomato and onion chutney gravy. So if you need some easy lamb loin chop dinner ideas, try this recipe!

High in protein and fat content, this easy recipe can be easily adapted to be a simple keto lamb recipe if served with low-carb sides such as cauliflower rice or keto bread.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

BEST SOUTH AFRICAN LAMB CHOPS CHUTNEY RECIPE

SERVES 4

DURBAN MUTTON CHOPS CHUTNEY INGREDIENTS:

For marinating the chops chutney Indian style:

• 8 lamb loin chops 
• salt & pepper to taste
• dried parsley flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp of oil

To make the Durban chutney recipe:

• 1 tbsp of oil
• 1 large onion diced
• 6 cloves of minced garlic (can be substitutes for garlic paste)
• 1 fresh red chili sliced (you can also use green chillies)
• 1/4 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt  & black pepper
• 2 large tomatoes diced or grated (you can use either fresh tomatoes or canned ones, but i always try use fresh)

HOW TO MAKE DURBAN STYLE CHOPS CHUTNEY RECIPE:

1. Rinse the lamb chops under cold running water and pat them dry with a paper towel until they are completely dry. Sprinkle the chops with salt and pepper and dried parsley.

2. Heat up your oil on medium heat in a large pan and once it’s nice and hot, put your marinated lamb chops into the pan in a single layer. Fry them for 3-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.

3. Once done frying, take them off the pan and place them on a side plate to rest. Do not wash the pan!

4. On the same pan, add 1 tbsp of oil and cook the diced onion on medium heat for 5 minutes.

5. Add the minced garlic and sliced chilly and cook for additional 2 minutes.

6. While it’s frying, in a separate small bowl, mix up your chilly powder, turmeric, jeera seeds, garam masala, salt, sugar, and pepper. Add the spice mix to the onion-garlic-chilly mix and fry for an additional 2 minutes on low heat to open up the spices.

7. Add the diced tomatoes and about 1/2 cup of water to the pan and cook on medium heat for 10 minutes. Add a little water if you like your chutney saucier.

8. Once the tomatoes are done cooking, add the lamb loin chops back onto the pan and coat them with all the delicious tomato mix. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves if you desire.

Can you make these lamb chops chutney in the oven?

Sometimes when I have more time and not in a hurry for dinner, I like to cook the chops in the oven. Simply preheat your oven to 160C (320F) and cook for 20-25 minutes until the chops are evenly golden.

You can flip them halfway through, although it’s not absolutely necessary.

What to serve with the Durban lamb chops chutney?

Traditionally, the chutney lamb chops are served with roti, rice, roasted sweet potato, mashed potato, or homemade garlic bread with regular bread.

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Yield: 4

Lamb Chops Chutney Recipe Durban Style - South African Dinner Recipe

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Rich, spicy and delectable lamb chops chutney recipe that's ready in just 30 minutes and can be made in oven or stovetop. This traditional South African dinner recipe, chops chutney Durban style is so quick and easy to make and will be a favorite with your whole family.

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

For the lamb chops

• 8 lamb loin chops
• salt & pepper to taste (I use about 1 tsp each)
• 1/2 tsp dried parsley flakes
• 1 tbsp of oil

For the South African Chutney

• 1 tsp of oil
• 1 onion (diced)
• 6 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 1 fresh red chilli (sliced)
• 1/4 tsp chilli powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt & pepper
• 2 large tomatoes (diced or grated)

Instructions

1. Wash lamb chops with cold running water and then pat dry with a paper towel. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and dried parsley leaves.
2. Heat up 1 tbsp of oil on medium heat and fry the chops for 3-5 minutes on each site until golden. If your pan is small, do this in 2 batches, do not overcrowd. Once done frying, take them off the pan and place on a plate to rest.
3. On the same pan, add 1 tbsp of oil and cook onion on medium heat for 5 minutes until transparent.
4. Add minced garlic, thinly sliced chilly and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Add in all of your spices (salt, sugar, pepper, chilli powder, turmeric powder, cumin seeds and garam masala) and cook on low for 2 minutes to open up the spices.
6. Mix in grated or diced tomatoes and about 1/2 cup of water and cook on medium heat for 10 minutes. After that, add the lamb chops back into the chutney mix and over them. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve.

Notes

Serves 4

If you wish, you can cook the chutney chops in oven. Just preheat your oven to 160C (320F) and cook for 20-25 minutes until the loin chops are golden.

I still recommend making the chutney on stovetop though.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

2 chops
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 461Total Fat: 23.1gSaturated Fat: 6.9gCholesterol: 160 mgmgSodium: 731 mgmgCarbohydrates: 7.8 gNet Carbohydrates: 6.2gFiber: 1.6gSugar: 4gProtein: 51.4g

I hope you will try out this South African lamb chops chutney recipe and that your family will love it as much as mine does!

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