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Loin chops, which are crosswise slices from the loin roast, are the leanest, tenderest, and most expensive of the various lamb chops. They are easy to identify because of the "T-bone" within the chop. If cut from both sides of the backbone, loin chops are called double loin chops.
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USDA Nutrition Facts |
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| Serving Size 1 chop |
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| Calories 142 |
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| Protein 24g |
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| Total Fat 4g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 0g |
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
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| Sugars 0g |
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| Potassium 517mg |
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| Sodium 234mg |
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| Cholesterol 53mg |
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| Serving Size 1 chop |
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| Calories 123 |
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| Protein 21g |
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| Total Fat 4g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 0g |
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
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| Sugars 0g |
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| Potassium 479mg |
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| Sodium 226mg |
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| Cholesterol 48mg |
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| Serving Size 1 chop |
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| Calories 110 |
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| Protein 21g |
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| Total Fat 2g |
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| Total Carbohydrates 0g |
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
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| Sugars 0g |
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| Potassium 489mg |
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| Sodium 232mg |
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| Cholesterol 47mg |
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Loin Chop, Lamb term - Related Content |
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Chops
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| This will work best with loin or rib chops, at least 1 inch thick. |
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| Tender lamb chops, grilled with a bit of olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh rosemary, are accentuated with a delicious aioli sauce. Try this easy-to-prepare lamb recipe as a terrific Easter dinner alternative to traditional roast leg of lamb. |
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| A simple marinade gives these lamb chops an elegant taste. |
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