Spiced Lamb Kebabs
A flavorful and aromatic dish from the Syrian cuisine, perfect for a summer night. This recipe serves 4-6 people and can be adjusted to suit your taste.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds Lambpreferably leg of lamb or shoulder
- ●1/4 cup Richly spiced kebab marinadesee instructions for ingredients
- ●1 Onion
- ●2 Bell pepper
- ●2 Tomato
- ●1/4 cup Fresh parsley
- ●2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- ●3 cloves Garlic
- ●1 teaspoon Salt
- ●1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 2
In a blender or food processor, combine kebab marinade ingredients: 2 cloves of garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Add the lamb to the blender and blend until well combined.
- 4
Thread the lamb, onion, bell pepper, and tomato onto skewers.
- 5
Brush the skewers with the remaining olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- 6
Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes per side, or until the lamb reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- 7
Let the skewers rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- 8
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
- 9
Serve with a side of rice, salad, or pita bread.
- 10
For a more intense flavor, let the lamb marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour before grilling.