Description
Lamb Shish Kebab is a Turkish recipe comprising skewered pieces of lamb alternating with vegetables. Marinate the meat first for best results.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 60ml (4 tbsp) olive oil
- 250ml (1 cup) plain yogurt
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
- 30ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice
- 5ml (1 tsp) ground cumin
- 5ml (1 tsp) dried oregano
- 5ml (1 tsp) ground cinnamon
- 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) chilli powder
- 5ml (1 tsp) salt
- 5ml (1 tsp) ground black pepper
Skewers:
- 1kg (2lbs) boneless leg of lamb
- 2 red peppers, washed and cut into squares
- 2 yellow peppers, washed and cut into squares
Instructions
- Mix all the marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Set aside.
- Remove any excess fat or gristle from the lamb then cut into 5cm (2in) cubes.
- Place the meat into the marinade and ensure that all surfaces are covered.
- Leave to marinate in the fridge for at least 3 hours but preferably overnight.
- Thread the cubes onto metal skewers, alternating with yellow and red pepper squares.
- Grill on the barbecue for 8 minutes on each side for medium doneness.
- Serve with green salad, new potatoes and Baba Ghanoush.
Notes
- For best results, use boneless lamb shoulder, lamb neck fillets or boneless leg of lamb.
- Cooking time will vary accordingly to the heat of your barbecue paired with the thickness of meat plus how well done you like your meat. If you use smaller cubes the meat will cook faster.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Turkish
Keywords: lamb shish, Shish Kebab, lamb Shish Kebab recipe, lamb kabob, shish kabob, bbq lamb recipe, Turkish lamb recipe
