Spiced Lamb Skewers (Brochettes d'Agneau Épicées)

Brochettes d'Agneau Épicées, or Spiced Lamb Skewers, are a popular dish in Burkinabé cuisine. The succulent and flavorful lamb, combined with a blend of aromatic spices, makes for a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Spiced Lamb Skewers (Brochettes d'Agneau Épicées)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs (700g) lamb, cut into cubes
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, ground coriander, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the lamb cubes to the marinade and coat them evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers.
  4. Heat a grill pan or stovetop grill over medium-high heat. Cook the skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the lamb is cooked to your desired doneness.
  5. Remove the skewers from the heat 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
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Grill pan or stovetop grill Wooden skewers

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl for marinating

Serving suggestions

Serve the Spiced Lamb Skewers with a side of couscous, grilled vegetables, and a refreshing yogurt sauce.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice over the cooked skewers before serving.

Cost

$15