Shoulder Chops
$15.00
LAMB · per lb
About Shoulder Chops
Shoulder Chops is offered by Laurel Highlands Farms as part of our Pennsylvania farm-direct lamb program. LAMB · per lb
Lamb shoulder chops carry more connective tissue than a loin or rib chop, so while they can be grilled to a lower doneness with a longer rest, they are often better suited to a slower braise, which softens that connective tissue and produces a richer, more tender result.
Lamb shoulder chops are usually sold about three-quarters of an inch thick, and one to two chops per person is typical depending on size. Braising them in a covered pan with a little liquid gives the most consistently tender result. A covered pan with a splash of stock or wine, simmered gently for about an hour, is usually enough to tenderize a shoulder chop fully.
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Good to know
Fresh lamb keeps best refrigerated at 40°F or below and should be cooked within a few days of thawing; for longer storage keep it frozen in the original vacuum packaging. Thaw slowly in the refrigerator on a tray and pat the meat dry before cooking for a better crust.
Pasture-raised lamb has a clean, mild flavor when it is not overcooked. Cook chops and racks quickly to medium-rare or medium, and give shoulder, shank and breast cuts the long, gentle heat that turns their connective tissue tender. Always rest the meat before carving.
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