Szechuan Spiced Lamb Skewers (四川孜然羊肉串)

Szechuan Spiced Lamb Skewers, also known as 四川孜然羊肉串 (Sìchuān Zīrán Yángròu Chuàn), are a popular street food in Sichuan, China. These skewers are bursting with bold flavors and are perfect for grilling or barbecuing.

Szechuan Spiced Lamb Skewers (四川孜然羊肉串)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp Szechuan peppercorns
  • 1 tbsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp chili flakes
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 12 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

  1. In a dry pan, toast the Szechuan peppercorns and cumin seeds over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Let cool and then grind into a fine powder.
  2. In a bowl, combine the ground Szechuan peppercorns and cumin seeds, chili flakes, minced garlic, soy sauce, vegetable oil, salt, sugar, and chopped green onions. Mix well to create the marinade.
  3. Add the lamb cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
  5. Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked to your desired doneness and has a nice charred exterior.
  6. Remove the skewers from the grill and let 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
20g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Grill Bamboo skewers Knife Cutting board Bowl

Tools

Grill Knife Cutting board Bowl

Serving suggestions

Szechuan Spiced Lamb Skewers are best served hot off the grill with a side of steamed rice and a refreshing cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

For extra heat, sprinkle additional chili flakes over the skewers before serving. Be sure to soak the bamboo skewers in water before threading the lamb to prevent them from burning on the grill.

Cost

$15