Description
What is a Barnsley chop?
A Barnsley chop is a substantial bone-in double-loin lamb chop cut from the saddle. Each chop has loin meat on either side of the backbone, making it thicker and larger than a single lamb loin chop.
How to cook Barnsley chops
Barnsley chops are particularly good seared in a hot, heavy-based frying pan or cooked on the grill or BBQ. Pat the meat dry, season it and brown all exterior surfaces, turning the chops and giving the fat edge time to colour.
For thicker chops, finish cooking in a moderate oven after searing. A clean meat thermometer helps you check the centre without touching the bone. Cooking time depends on thickness and equipment. Rest the chops briefly before serving.
For more detail, read our How to Cook Lamb Barnsley Chops guide or try Barnsley Chops with Black Garlic and Green Beans Almondine.
Serving ideas
Serve with mashed potatoes and peas, mint sauce or seasonal roast vegetables. The bone-in double-loin cut makes an excellent alternative to smaller lamb loin chops.
Frequently asked questions
What makes a Barnsley chop different?
It is a thick double-loin lamb chop with the bone in the centre, rather than a single, smaller loin chop.
How many people will they serve?
A generous main course for two, served with your favourite side dishes.
Can I cook them on the BBQ?
Yes. Grill the chops over controlled heat, browning both sides and the fat edge. Check cooking progress with a clean meat thermometer away from the bone.
Can I finish them in the oven?
Yes. If the chops are particularly thick, brown them in a frying pan first and finish in a moderate oven. Rest before serving.
How should I store them?
Keep chilled and follow the storage, use-by and freezing instructions on the pack.


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Paul Royston (verified owner) –
lovely meaty chops, even the dog enjoyed 1 of the bones.
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Andrew Pearce (verified owner) –
Beautiful cuts of lamb that we either BBQ or roast. Really delicious and tender.
Vivien Chesman (verified owner) –
Melt in the mouth. Proper lamb chops.
Sharon Faley (verified owner) –
Fantastic flavour with a good amount of fat.
Caroline Pursglove (verified owner) –
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Peter Cunningham (verified owner) –
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costas procopiou (verified owner) –
Cooked on the bbq.
Very tender meat.
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Joan Jones (verified owner) –
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Brett Goldspink (verified owner) –
We really enjoyed these chops. Admittedly, we froze them on the day of delivery but they defrosted beautifully and cooked up really well. We grilled them. They were not overly fatty and the meat remained succulent and flavoursome. Would certainly buy again.