Espetadas De Borrego (spiced Lamb Kebabs)

Espetadas de Borrego, or Spiced Lamb Kebabs, are a popular dish in Cape Verdean cuisine. The tender and flavorful lamb, marinated in a blend of aromatic spices, is skewered and grilled to perfection, making it a delicious and satisfying meal for any occasion.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Cape Verdean Lamb Kebabs Grilled
Espetadas De Borrego (spiced Lamb Kebabs)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 red onion, cut into chunks
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp coriander
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
  2. Add the lamb cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated lamb, red onion, and green bell pepper onto skewers, alternating the ingredients.
  4. Grill the kebabs for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked to your desired doneness and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
  5. Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Grill Skewers Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting Board Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Espetadas de Borrego with a side of rice, grilled vegetables, and a refreshing salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a more intense flavor, you can marinate the lamb overnight to allow the spices to fully infuse into the meat.

Cost

$25