Pan-fried Provençal lamb

The charm of this classic dish is the little herb crust with slow-cooked garlic. This dish is usually made with lamb chops or a sliced lamb leg. We think it's better with lamb shoulder chops, a cheap but less tender cut that demands lower, slower cooking but leads to a tastier crust.
Ingredients
- 4 lamb shoulder chops
- 2 Tbsp Herbes de Provence
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil or clarified butter
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 lemon
Method
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1
Pat dry lamb chops with a paper towel. Sprinkle herbs evenly on lamb. Tap gently with your hands so they stick well; salt and pepper.
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2
Heat a large pan over medium. Add oil, then the lamb. Cook one side until it begins to change color, about 6-7 minutes. Turn over.
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3
Peel lemon zest in large pieces and place around lamb with garlic. Cook another 4-6 minutes until lamb is cooked to your taste. Remove lamb to a plate and squeeze on some lemon juice.