Barnsley Chops - Double Loin Lamb Chops

Savour the rich flavours of Barnsley Chops. This simple and flavourful pan-fried lamb recipe will surely delight your taste buds!

This is no ordinary lamb chop. It is a double-sided chop cut from the saddle of lamb. Served with fresh vegetables and potatoes, it makes a hearty meal for meat lovers.

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• How to cook Barnsley Chops
• Ingredients
• Equipment
• Instructions
• Pan Frying
• Cooking Time Chart
• Serving Suggestions
• 📖 Step by Step Recipe
• Optional Seasonings
• Cooking Time
• Storage
• More British Recipes
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How to cook Barnsley Chops

In this quick video, we show you how easy it is to prepare and cook the perfect Barnsley chop.

Now jump down to the recipe card for all the information you need to start cooking straight away.

Or continue reading below for a more detailed breakdown of the ingredients, equipment and cooking tips for a double loin chop.

Ingredients

You will need these ingredients, along with some optional extras and substitutions.

Barnsley Chops

A barnsley chop is cut across the saddle of lamb (check out our saddle roast lamb to see the full joint), sometimes referred to as a double loin chop or saddle chop.

Look for a nice thick meaty chop, at least an inch thick for the best results.

Oil

We like to add the oil to the chop rather than the pan. A neutral oil like light olive oil, sunflower or vegetable oil is perfect for this dish.

For a richer result, you could use butter instead. Add the butter to the pan after searing the fat edge.

Salt and Pepper

A generous amount of salt and freshly ground black pepper, is all that is needed to season a barnsley chop. But we have included some extra seasoning ideas for you to experiment with.

Herbs

Herbs are optional, but add some dried herbs when adding salt and pepper for that extra layer of flavour. We like to add mint for a classic pairing with lamb. However, thyme, oregano and rosemary can be used instead.

Spices

You can add a pinch of your favourite spice to the barnsley chop before cooking, try chilli flakes, smoked paprika or cumin.

Rubs

Adding a rub to the chop before cooking will add an extra depth of flavour. Available to buy from most supermarkets or butchers. Or create your own using your favourite herbs, spices and seasonings.

Equipment

To cook these pan-fried loin chops you will need a non-stick heavy-based frying pan or skillet. A pair of kitchen tongs also come in handy to hold the chops fat side down when pan frying.

Instructions

Now we will go through the steps to follow to cook barnsley chops

The full instructions can be found on the recipe card. Jump to Recipe

How to prepare barnsley chop

For best results, remove from the fridge at least 30 minutes before cooking to allow the meat to come to room temperature.

Remove from packaging and pat dry the Barnsley chops with a kitchen paper towel.

Brush or rub olive oil on both sides of the two chops.

Season

Season each barnsley chop with salt and ground black pepper on both sides. If using any dried herbs, spices or rubs, add them now too.

Pan Frying

Heat the frying pan over high heat. Hold the lamb chops up right in tongs fat side down, place into the pan and cook just the fat for 5 minutes to sear / render the fat.

This method helps to create a tasty crust on the fat edge of the chops and provides some fat in the pan to continue cooking barnsley chops. Lower to medium-high heat.

We think the perfect barnsley chop is when it is cooked medium rare, but if you want it more well-done, cook it for longer. Use the tongs to turn the chops.

Medium-Rare

Cook the barnsley chop for 4-5 minutes on each side.

Medium

If you prefer your chops cooked medium, cook for 6-7 minutes on each side.

Well done

For well done chops you will need to cook for an additional 8-9 minutes on each side.

Cooking Time Chart

Here is a handy Barnsley Chop cooking time chart. Adjust timings to suit the thickness and doneness of your loin chop.

Barnsley Chop Cooking Time	Medium-Rare	Medium	Well-Done
1.5 inch chop	4-5 min on both sides	6-7 min on both sides	8-9 min on both sides

Resting Time

Remove the pan from the heat and allow the lamb chops to rest for 5 minutes before serving. If not serving the barnsley lamb chop, cover with foil immediately to keep warm.

Serving Suggestions

We recommend pairing these succulent Pan Fried Lamb Barnsley Chops with a delicious pea puree, sweet potato fries and garlic mushrooms for the perfect meal. Our red wine jus also goes great with lamb.

Alternatively, you could serve the Barnsley chop on top of thick-cut air fryer chips and a fresh mozzarella and tomato salad.

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Storage

A barnsley chop is best eaten freshly cooked on the day. However, if you have leftover chops, store them in an airtight container and place them in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Reheating Advice

To reheat the leftover barnsley chops, add back to a hot pan and cook for 1-2 min on each side. Here are some other lamb chop reheating methods.

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