Grilled Lamb Chops with Wasabi-Soy Glaze

Ingredients

• 280g lamb chops (6-8 pieces)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp mirin
• 1 tsp fresh wasabi (or ½ tsp powder)
• 1 tbsp sake
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 200g shiitake mushrooms, halved
• 1 tbsp neutral oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• sesame seeds

Method

1. Mix soy sauce, mirin, wasabi, sake, and garlic in a small bowl.
2. Season lamb chops with salt and pepper. Brush mushrooms with oil, season, and set aside.
3. Grill or broil lamb chops 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temperature at least 63°C/145°F), basting with wasabi-soy glaze.
4. Grill mushrooms alongside until charred, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Plate lamb chops with mushrooms, drizzle any remaining glaze, and sprinkle sesame seeds.