Heat oil in skillet over medium high heat. Season lamb chops generously with curry and to taste with salt, pepper and cayenne (if using).
Sear on each side for about 5-7 minutes each side depending on thickness of chops. Longer cooking time for thicker chops. Chops are done when brown outside and no longer pink inside but still juicy. Do not over cook. Lamb can be eaten with a little pink inside like a beef steak (I prefer to leave a little pink inside of mine).