When guests walk into Longhorn Steakhouse, they might instantly crave that Flo’s Filet or even the substantial “Longhorn” porterhouse. The bountiful menu has a wide variety of options and one item can transform a favorite dish into something even more delicious. It is time to embrace the Parmesan Crust, especially on the lamb chops.
Last year, social media went wild over Parmesan Crusted Lamb Chops. Those succulent meat lollipops were smothered in cheesy, herby goodness. It was more than hoping for that mind-blowing cheese pull. The flavor combination was irresistible.
Currently, Longhorn has lamb chops on the menu. The standard option offers the lamb with the roasted tomato garlic-herb sauce served with mashed potatoes and wilted spinach. Grilled to a perfect medium, the classic food combination is delicious in its simplicity. It is springtime perfection that should be enjoyed time and again before it disappears.
For those who know, upgrading that dish with the Parmesan Crust is a must. While lamb can be a little more earthy with flavor, signature cheesy topping brings an unctuous note that is quite enjoyable.
When asked about the speciality item, Michael Senich, VP Corporate Executive Chef at LongHorn Steakhouse explained, “Our Parmesan Crust has been a craveable steak addition on our menu for over a decade and is featured on our Parm-Crusted Chicken. But last year, our guests brought some culinary creativity of their own to the restaurant, and through social media, created a viral movement to parm-crust everything on the menu, including our limited time only and fan-favorite Lamb Chomps! It’s a decadent, ‘LongHorn spin’ on the more traditional nut or herb-crusted lamb rack, and we’re excited to bring it back this year as we continue to offer guests more of what they love.”
Additionally, the cheesy crust adds another layer of texture to the dish. That touch of crunch with the gooeyness offsets the tender lamb. Even if a little of the cheese falls off into the mashed potato, it makes for another delicious bite.
This ingredient combination is not a likely pairing. Usually, lamb is served with a nutty or herbaceous crust. It offers texture, but that brightness helps to contrast the meaty notes. For people who are just trying lamb or learning to love the protein, the cheesy topping helps to make the dish more approachable.
While many people are looking to enjoy those Parmesan Crusted Lamb Chops, almost anything on the menu can have that flavor food addition. From chicken to steak, any dish tastes even better with that special crust option.
Thinking about the Parmesan Crust, it would be great on the pork. Maybe this option could be this year’s viral offering. Plus, if some of the cheese gets onto the broccoli, it makes eating those vegetables more enjoyable.
Additionally, guests can have an entire Parmesan Crusted meal. Personally, the White Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms are the must order appetizer. Arriving to the table sizzling warm, the dish has the ultimate cheese pull. The slightly salty topping with the earthy mushrooms is the perfect combination. Definitely big enough to share around the table, this offering always satisfied.
Hungry to try the Parmesan Crusted Lamb Chops or another cheesy good menu item? Longhorn Steakhouse has locations across the U.S. Guests can enjoy these items both in the restaurant and they can be ordered to-go.