Lamb Kebab Skewers

Try this popular Middle Eastern recipe, ideal for barbeques! You can spice up the mix with ginger and chillies. Also check out our garlic yogurt sauce in our Ingredients section, the perfect match for these skewers…

Ingredients (for 2)

  • 2 cups lamb (ground)
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp coriander seeds
  • 1/2 tbsp mint
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 onion
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • salt

Directions

  • Put in a food processor the lamb with onions, garlic, mint, cumin, coriander, salt, lemon juice and oil
  • Mix well until the meat is properly minced and all ingredients are combined
  • Let it rest in the fridge (covered with plastic wrap) for about 1 hour
  • Soak the skewers in water for 10 minutes
  • Divide the meat in equal portions, getting a handful at a time (use some olive oil to prevent sticking)
  • Shape it around the skewers to make long thin sausages
  • Grill over a barbeque to get that smoky flavor (alternatively you can use a grill pan) and enjoy!

Best Served With

Long grain rice and vegetables