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Barnsley chopvsLamb Chump Chop

lamb · Approximate equivalent

These cuts are approximate equivalents — similar in character but with meaningful differences in preparation or exact cut.

Both are British grill chops; the Barnsley is a double loin chop, so it is leaner and larger than the chump.

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These are related cuts, but not perfect swaps. Use the table below to judge how close your local option is before buying.

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Barnsley chop
Lamb · Loin

A double-loin chop cut across the saddle of the lamb, including both loin eyes plus the central spinal bone. A British butcher's tradition associated with Yorkshire — particularly …

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Lamb Chump Chop
Lamb · Chump

The chump is the rump section of the lamb, located between the loin and the leg. It produces thick, well-flavoured chump chops that are meatier than loin chops but with more fat…

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Names by country

CountryBarnsley chopLamb Chump Chop
🇺🇸United StatesBarnsley chopLamb Chump Chop
🇬🇧United KingdomBarnsley chopChump Chop
🇫🇷FranceCôtelette de gigot
🇪🇸SpainChuleta de pierna
🇦🇷ArgentinaChuleta de cuadril
🇲🇽MexicoChuleta de cadera de cordero
🇵🇹PortugalCosteleta de borrego
🇧🇷BrazilCosteleta de cordeiro
🇮🇹ItalyCostoletta di groppa d'agnello
🇩🇪GermanyLammhüftkotelett

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