Lamb Skewers With Spicy Yogurt Dressing Recipe

Name: Lamb Skewers With Spicy Yogurt Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Lamb Skewers; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 medium onions, finely diced; 1 lb ground lamb; 2 scallions, minced (white part only); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon of fresh mint, minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper; Spicy Yoghurt Dressing; 2 cups plain yogurt; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon finely chopped of fresh mint; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

Lamb Skewers
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, finely diced
1 lb ground lamb
2 scallions, minced (white part only)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon of fresh mint, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
Spicy Yoghurt Dressing
2 cups plain yogurt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped of fresh mint
salt and pepper, to taste

1
The day before serving, heat the olive oil in a saute pan over low heat. Add the onions and cook slowly until translucent, about 30 minutes. Drain any excess oil.
2
Break the ground lamb up into a bowl. Add the onions, scallions, garlic, mint, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
3
When ready to serve, soak 16 six-inch wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. (This helps prevent the skewers from burning on the grill.) Preheat a grill (high heat).
4
Divide the lamb mixture into 16 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a 1-inch diameter log, approximately 3-inches long. Thread each piece lengthwise onto a skewer.
5
Grill lamb to medium rare, turning once, about 5 minutes. Serve with Spicy Yogurt Dressing.
6
To make the dressing: Mix the yogurt, cayenne, and mint in a small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature with the lamb skewers.

528

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Lamb Skewers, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 medium onions, finely diced, 1 lb ground lamb, and more.

Yes, Lamb Skewers With Spicy Yogurt Dressing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Lamb Skewers With Spicy Yogurt Dressing

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