Ingredients

1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds, toasted and cooled

3 fresh lemongrass stalks, root ends trimmed and 1 or 2 tough outer leaves discarded from each

2 large shallots, chopped (1/2 cup)

4 garlic cloves, chopped

1 1/2 tablespoons chopped peeled fresh ginger

1 1/2 tablespoons sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1/4 teaspoon cayenne

3 tablespoons water

1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

6 (1 1/4-inch-thick) loin lamb chops (2 to 2 1/2 lb total), end flaps secured with wooden picks

1/4 teaspoon finely grated fresh lime zest

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1/2 cup small fresh basil leaves

1/4 cup small fresh mint leaves

1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Description

Aromatic Without Being Spicy, This Dish Has A Touch Of The Exotic But Will Please Traditionalists, Too. The Spice Paste Hits On Sweet, Hot,...

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