Lamb Chops with Orzo Salad
Jun 17, 2009
Languid days on the veranda or patio are always more enjoyable with a long mint-scented drink.
It is worth every effort to use fresh crab for these delicate spring rolls. Ask staff at the fish counter to steam it for you if you are pressed for time (or don't have a large enough pot). Or you can use 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) prepared crab instead.
Serve the hoisin dip in a small bowl alongside the meatballs. Or, if you prefer, toss the meatballs in the dip before serving. Sambal oelek is an Asian condiment, available in many supermarkets and specialty stores.
The sweetness of mango offsets the spiciness of jerk seasoning and wraps up everyday chicken salad with an appealing new look and taste.
Try the blueberry-flavoured vinaigrette for this assertive salad.
Grill up kabobs as a side dish for a vegetarian meal (such as chickpea burgers) or to serve with grilled meat or fish. Use either basil pesto or sun-dried tomato pesto. No pesto? Add 1/4 cup (50 mL) minced fresh basil (or 1 tsp/5 mL dried) to the butter.
Special enough for guests, these dainty tarts are delicious enough that people will be asking for the recipe.
Lamb chops are small, so count on two per person. Keep a few packages in the freezer for fast-fix summer suppers.
