Shish Kebab (grilled Lamb Skewers With Yogurt Sauce)
Shish Kebab is a popular dish in Emirati cuisine, featuring grilled lamb skewers served with a flavorful yogurt sauce. This recipe is perfect for a gathering with friends and family, as it's easy to prepare and bursting with delicious Middle Eastern flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lamb, cut into cubes
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the lamb cubes and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated lamb, red onion, and bell pepper onto skewers.
- Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked to your desired doneness.
- In a small bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, fresh mint, lemon juice, and salt to make the yogurt sauce.
- Serve the grilled lamb skewers with the yogurt sauce on the side.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 26g
Supplies
Grill Skewers Bowl
Tools
Tongs Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Shish Kebab is best served with warm pita bread, a fresh salad, and a side of hummus.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of sumac or a drizzle of pomegranate molasses to the yogurt sauce.
Cost
$20