Pan-Seared Lamb Steak

This pan-seared lamb steak recipe is fantastic! Tender lamb infused with Greek-inspired flavors then seared in a skillet in just a matter of minutes! Super easy. This recipe is gluten free, low carb, and keto.

You will love this Lamb Steak Recipe

"One. Lamb has so much flavor. Two. Other than make the marinade these only take less than 8 minutes to cook! On a busy night what else could you ask for? (Besides a glass of wine, that is)" 🙂 - Kori

Quick

Lamb steaks in a matter of minutes - like less than 8 minutes of cooking time. Now that's quick!

Perfectly Seasoned

I like to make the marinade the day before then add the lamb steaks so they are well flavored before I pan-sear them.`

Healthy

This recipe is gluten-free, low carb, keto, and dairy-free - with no added sugar. Balance this meal with vegetables and you have the perfect healthy dinner for your family.

What is a lamb steak?

A lamb steak is a cut of meat from a lamb that has been sliced from a larger cut, such as a leg or shoulder, into a single slice, most commonly between ½” to 1” in thickness. The steaks can be bone-in or boneless and are typically cut from the leg, loin, or shoulder.

Pan-seared Lamb Leg Steak ingredients

Here's what you'll need to make this pan-seared lamb steak recipe:

• Lamb Leg Steaks - I used ½ inch thick lamb leg steaks.
• Lamb Marinade - this is a Greek-style lamb marinade, but you could use any favorite kind you want. You could also keep it as simple as salt and pepper, or use a dry rub.
• Olive Oil

How to Cook Lamb Steaks in a Pan

Prep

Prepare your marinade and gather your equipment.

Marinade

Place lamb steaks in a shallow bowl or a plastic bag.

Pour the marinade over the top of the meat and place in the refrigerator to marinate for a minimum of 15 minutes up to 24 hours.

Pan-Sear Lamb Steaks

Preheat oil in a 12" skillet over medium-high heat.

Place steaks in the pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until lamb reaches your desired doneness. Note: if the pan gets too hot be sure to reduce the heat.

Serve

Remove steaks from the skillet and let sit for 3 to 5 minutes then serve.

Cooking time for lamb steaks

½ inch thick lamb steaks take approximately 3 to 5 minutes per side, depending upon the method that you use and what your desired level of doneness is. Use an instant-read thermometer to test doneness, and refer to my chart below.

Tips on how to cook lamb steaks so they are tender

Here’s how to cook lamb steaks so they are tender:

• Use a marinade or dry rub.
• Allow the steaks to sit on the counter for 20 to 30 minutes before cooking.
• Sear the steaks on both sides, then follow the recipe instructions for finishing.
• Use a thermometer to test doneness and refer to my chart below.

How to serve Lamb Steak

Ways to serve your lamb steaks:

• Serve with a side of steamed or roasted vegetables and some mashed potatoes or cauliflower.
• Lamb pairs well with a salad. Try this Greek Salad, or a fresh green salad with Creamy Dill Salad Dressing or Tzatziki Sauce.
• While it may not be traditional, this makes a great super easy holiday main dish!

Lamb Leg Steak Recipe variations

Here are a few ways you can vary or make substitutions to your pan-seared lamb steak recipe:

• Use lamb chops, lamb shoulder, or lamb leg steaks. If you have steaks or chops that are thicker than ½ inch - adjust cooking time and use a thermometer to test doneness. You will need to sear both sides at a higher temperature for about 1 minute 30 seconds minutes then reduce the heat.
• Skip the marinade and just season generously with salt and pepper.
• Season the lamb steaks with our dry rub then sear.
• Give your steaks a Tex-Mex flavor and sprinkle with a little chipotle seasoning.

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