Numbing and Spicy Sichuan Style Lamb Skewers (四川麻辣孜然羊肉串)

四川麻辣孜然羊肉串 (Numbing and Spicy Sichuan Style Lamb Skewers) is a popular street food in Sichuan, China, known for its bold and fiery flavors. This dish features tender lamb skewers marinated in a spicy and numbing Sichuan peppercorn and cumin seasoning, then grilled to perfection.

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Numbing and Spicy Sichuan Style Lamb Skewers (四川麻辣孜然羊肉串)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) lamb leg or shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 2 tbsp cumin seeds
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground white pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a dry pan, toast the Sichuan peppercorns and cumin seeds over medium heat until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Let them cool, then grind them into a fine powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground Sichuan peppercorn and cumin mixture, minced garlic, soy sauce, vegetable oil, salt, sugar, chili powder, ground ginger, and white pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
  3. Add the lamb cubes to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
  5. Grill the lamb skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked to your desired doneness and have a nice charred exterior.
  6. Remove the lamb skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with chopped scallions 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
20g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Grill Skewers Bowl Tongs

Tools

Spice grinder or mortar and pestle

Serving suggestions

Serve the Sichuan lamb skewers with a side of steamed rice and a refreshing cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

For an extra spicy kick, sprinkle additional ground Sichuan peppercorns and chili powder on the grilled lamb skewers before serving.

Cost

$15