Frenched Rib Chops — Lamb
Our Lamb Frenched Rib Chops are thick-cut, bone-in rib chops from the rack of our pasture-raised Barbados Blackbelly × Katahdin lambs, trimmed with a cleaned bone for classic presentation. Cut at approximately 1.5" thick and packed two per package, these chops deliver a premium steak-style experience with clean structure and naturally mild lamb flavor.
Barbados Blackbelly and Katahdin are hair sheep breeds selected for efficient pasture performance and a lighter, cleaner lamb profile than many wool breeds. Finished on pasture, these lambs develop firm muscle, subtle marbling, and a mild, savory flavor without strong or “gamey” notes.
Breed
Barbados Blackbelly × Katahdin (hair sheep known for clean flavor, pasture efficiency, and strong muscle development)
How We Raise Them
Pasture-raised using rotational grazing with continuous access to diverse forage, fresh air, and open movement. Slow, natural growth supports balanced muscle development and consistent flavor.
What We Feed Them
Primarily forage-based, supported by clean supplemental feed as needed — no hormones, no antibiotics, no shortcuts.
Cut
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Cut: Frenched rib chops (rack section, cleaned bone for presentation)
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Typical Thickness: Approximately 1.5" (varies slightly by animal)
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Pack Format: 2 chops per pack
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Best For: Grill, cast iron sear, or high-heat finishing
Texture & Flavor
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Texture: Tender and chop-forward; best when cooked hot and rested
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Flavor: Naturally mild lamb flavor with clean, savory richness
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Fat: Lean-to-moderate with light intramuscular marbling and trimmed exterior fat from frenching
Cooking
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Grill / Cast Iron: Sear hot and finish to 130–140°F (medium-rare to medium)
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Two-Zone Finish: Sear over direct heat, then move to indirect heat to finish evenly
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Rest: 5 minutes before serving
Pack Options (2 Chops Per Pack)
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Petit: approximately 0.8–1.1 lb total
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Standard: approximately 1.1–1.5 lb total
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Farmstead: approximately 1.5–1.9 lb total
Individual chop size varies naturally based on lamb size, rack length, and trim depth. We finish our lambs between approximately 100–187 lb live weight, so pack weights will vary slightly from one animal to the next.
