Grilled Lamb Chops With Asian Butter Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons cognac or brandy
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 lbs racks of lamb, excess fat trimmed
• 1 cup chicken stock or chicken broth
• 5 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup butter, chilled, cut into small pieces

Directions

1. 1

   Whisk first 5 ingredients in large glass baking dish to blend.

2. 2

   Add lamb; turn to coat.

3. 3

   Cover and refrigerate overnight.

4. 4

   Prepare barbecue (medium-low heat).

5. 5

   Grill lamb to desired doneness, turning chops occasionally, about 25 minutes for medium-rare.

6. 6

   Meanwhile, boil chicken stock and next 4 ingredients in small saucepan until reduced to 3/4 cup, about 12 minutes.

7. 7

   Reduce heat to low.

8. 8

   Add green onions and butter, stirring until butter melts.

9. 9

   Cut lamb between ribs into chops.

10. 10

    Place chops on plates; spoon sauce over.