Five spice lamb cutlets

• 12 lamb cutlets
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp
• 5 spice mix
• 1 level tsp dried garlic powder
• ½ tsp sugar
• Salt
• Pepper to taste

Brush the lamb cutlets with olive oil and lay them out in a large dish or tray.

In a bowl mix together all the dry ingredients: 5 spice mix, dried garlic powder, sugar, salt and a grind of pepper.

Season the meat using the dry mix, massaging well into both sides. Cover with clingfilm and leave to rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or overnight).

Heat a large frying pan and cook the cutlets for between 5-8 minutes, turning halfway.

Once cooked, arrange the cutlets on a chopping board or plate, cover with foil and leave to rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.