Russian Shashlyk (Lamb Kebab With Tomato Prune Sauc

Name: Russian Shashlyk (Lamb Kebab With Tomato Prune Sauce}
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dill; 1/2 cup seltzer water; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 1/2 tablespoons ground coriander; 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 1/2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into cubes; 3 small yellow onions, two cut into 2 inch wedges, one minced; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes; 16 pitted prunes, roughly chopped; 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes with juice, crushed; 1 cup minced coriander; 1/2 cup minced parsley; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; metal skewer

Servings: persons

1/2 cup dill
1/2 cup seltzer water
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons ground coriander
1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 1/2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into cubes
3 small yellow onions, two cut into 2 inch wedges, one minced
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
16 pitted prunes, roughly chopped
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes with juice, crushed
1 cup minced coriander
1/2 cup minced parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
metal skewer

1
Combine 1/2 the dill with seltzer, vinegar, 1 tsp coriander, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper in a bowl with lamb and onion wedges.
2
Chill overnight.
3
Heat oil in a 4 qt saucepan over medium heat.
4
add minced onion and garlic, cook 6-8 minutes.Add remaining coriander, paprika, salt and pepper, prunes, tomato paste and chili flakes, cook until caramelized 2-3 minutes.
5
Add tomatoes, simmer, cook until thick 15-20 minutes. Add rest of dill , fresh coriander, parsley and juice.
6
Heat a grill to high, with coals banked on one side, or one burner turned off. Thread onion and lamb onto skewers, cook, turning until desired doneness 15-20 minutes. Put any that are charring to much before being cooked through on cooler area of the grill.
7
Serve with sauce.

745

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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

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup dill, 1/2 cup seltzer water, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 1/2 tablespoons ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Russian Shashlyk (Lamb Kebab With Tomato Prune Sauce} falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Russian Shashlyk (Lamb Kebab With Tomato Prune Sauce}

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