Ayva tarak pirzola
Lamb chops with back without fat are cut by the butcher. You only have to ask a Turkish butcher to prepare the lamb chops in the “Turkish way”.
1. remove the skin from quinces, cut them in half and scrape out the core and woody parts with a tablespoon, remove the blossom and stem with a knife, then cut the fruit into slices
2. heat butter in a frying pan and sauté shallots until soft
3. add the peppers and continue to sauté until soft
4. add the slices of quince, then gradually add the bay leaves, tomatoes, a little bit of garlic, water, spices and – if desired – a coffee cup of dry white wine, then cook on a low flame for about 15 minutes.
5. rinse the lamb chops and rub them dry, brush them with butter and roast them on a grill for about 5 minutes on each side.
6. arrange lamb chops with quinces and sauce on a plate.
Tip: Stock up on high-quality spices – it pays off!