Cumin-Chile Lamb Kebabs With Garlic Yogurt Recipe

Name: Cumin-Chile Lamb Kebabs With Garlic Yogurt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 garlic clove, grated; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 2 tablespoons cumin seeds; 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns or 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 2 teaspoons caraway seeds; 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon sugar; Vegetable oil (for grill); 1 1/4 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch pieces; Kosher salt, freshly cracked pepper; Finely grated lemon zest (for serving); A spice mill or a mortar and pestle; 8 (8-12-inch-long) metal skewers

Servings: persons

1 garlic clove, grated
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons cumin seeds
1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns or 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 teaspoons caraway seeds
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sugar
Vegetable oil (for grill)
1 1/4 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch pieces
Kosher salt, freshly cracked pepper
Finely grated lemon zest (for serving)
A spice mill or a mortar and pestle; 8 (8-12-inch-long) metal skewers

1
Stir garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice into yogurt in a small bowl to combine; season with salt and pepper.
2
Coarsely grind cumin seeds, peppercorns, caraway seeds, red pepper flakes, and sugar in spice mill or with mortar and pestle until only a few whole spices remain.
3
Prepare a grill for medium-high, indirect heat (for a charcoal grill, bank coals on one side of grill; for a gas grill, leave one or two burners off). Oil grates. Thread lamb onto 6-8 skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece of meat. Season with salt, then sprinkle generously with spice blend, pressing it onto the meat with your hands to help it adhere if needed.
4
Grill lamb over direct heat, turning every minute or so, until browned and beginning to char in spots, about 4 minutes. Move to cooler side of grill and continue to grill until lamb is cooked to desired doneness, about 4 minutes longer for medium-rare.
5
Top garlic yogurt with cracked black pepper and a little lemon zest. Serve alongside lamb.
6
Yogurt can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
7
Spice blend can be made 1 month ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

548

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 garlic clove, grated, 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, and more.

Yes, Cumin-Chile Lamb Kebabs With Garlic Yogurt falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cumin-Chile Lamb Kebabs With Garlic Yogurt

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Variations & substitutions

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