Orange- and Lime-Marinated Lamb Kebabs Recipe

Name: Orange- and Lime-Marinated Lamb Kebabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3 1/2-pound boneless leg of lamb, all fat and sinew trimmed, meat cut into 1 1/4- to 1 1/2-inch cubes; 3/4 cup orange juice; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; 1 tablespoon chopped canned chipotle chilies*; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons grated lime peel; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces; 3 fresh poblano chilies,** seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces; 6 12-inch metal skewers

Servings: persons

1 3 1/2-pound boneless leg of lamb, all fat and sinew trimmed, meat cut into 1 1/4- to 1 1/2-inch cubes
3/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon chopped canned chipotle chilies*
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons grated lime peel
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 fresh poblano chilies,** seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 12-inch metal skewers

1
Place lamb cubes in large resealable plastic bag.
2
Whisk orange juice and next 10 ingredients in medium bowl to blend.
3
Pour over lamb in plastic bag.
4
Seal bag and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally.
5
Drain lamb.
6
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
7
Alternate 4 lamb cubes, 4 onion pieces, and 4 chili pieces on each skewer.
8
Grill lamb to desired doneness, turning frequently, about 9 minutes for medium-rare.
9
Place skewers on platter and serve.
10
*Chipotle chilies canned in a spicy tomato sauce, sometimes called adobo, are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.
11
**Fresh green chilies, often called pasillas; available at Latin American markets and some supermarkets.

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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 3 1/2-pound boneless leg of lamb, all fat and sinew trimmed, meat cut into 1 1/4- to 1 1/2-inch cubes, 3/4 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, and more.

Yes, Orange- and Lime-Marinated Lamb Kebabs 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.

Orange- and Lime-Marinated Lamb Kebabs

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