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Grilled lamb kabobs recipe.
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Grilled Lamb Kabob Recipe

These lamb kabobs are made with lamb loin or leg skewered together with onions, marinated in a Mediterranean-style sauce, and grilled medium rare.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Marinade time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 18 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Yumna Jawad

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 yellow onion ½ grated and ½ cut into chunks
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon zest and juice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 ½ pound boneless lamb loin or boneless leg of lamb cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Cucumber Yogurt Sauce for serving
  • Fresh mint for serving

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the grated onion, garlic, oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Pat the lamb dry with paper towels, then add them to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Remove lamb from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Heat your outdoor gas grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Brush the grates lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
  • Remove the lamb from the marinade (letting any excess drip off) and save the marinade. Thread the lamb onto 6-8 skewers, alternating onion chunks between the lamb pieces. Place them directly on the grill.
  • Grill for 4 minutes on one side, brushing the skewers with the leftover marinade. Then turn over and grill for another 4 minutes for medium rare or until lightly charred.
  • Transfer the lamb kabobs to a plate and serve with cucumber yogurt sauce.

Notes

Make ahead: The lamb can be marinated for up to 24 hours before cooking.
Storage: Leftovers will keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be reheated in the oven at 350F.

Nutrition

Calories: 363kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 410mg | Potassium: 581mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 261IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 4mg

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