Broiled Mutton Chops is a traditional British recipe, based on Mrs Beeton's recipe of 1861, for a classic dish of mutton loin chops that are barbecued or grilled until cooked through and which are seasoned and rubbed with butter before serving. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic British version of: Broiled Mutton Chops.
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This is a traditional British recipe redacted from the redoubtable Mrs Beeton's 1861 volume Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management, the classic Victorian cookbook.
Original Recipe
BROILED MUTTON CHOPS.
711. INGREDIENTS.—Loin of mutton, pepper and salt, a small piece of butter.
Mode.—Cut the chops from a well-hung tender loin of mutton, remove a portion of the fat, and trim them into a nice shape; slightly beat and level them; place the gridiron over a bright clear fire, rub the bars with a little fat, and lay on the chops. Whilst broiling, frequently turn them, and in about 8 minutes they will be done. Season with pepper and salt, dish them on a very hot dish, rub a small piece of butter on each chop, and serve very hot and expeditiously.
Time.—About 8 minutes. Average cost, 10d. per lb.
Sufficient.—Allow 1 chop to each person.
Seasonable at any time.
Modern Redaction
Ingredients:
4 chops cut from a loin of mutton
salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
2 tsp butter
Method:
Trim any excess fat from the chops then beat them lightly to level them. Pre-heat your barbecue or grill (broiler) and cook the chops for about 8 minutes, turning frequently.
When done to your liking, season the chops and rub each one with 1/2 tsp butter. Serve immediately.
