Turkish Lamb, Fig, and Mint Kebabs Recipe

Name: Turkish Lamb, Fig, and Mint Kebabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs lean boneless leg of lamb; 3 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint (or 1 tablespoon dried mint); 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup boiling water; 24 dried figs; 2 red onions

Servings: persons

2 lbs lean boneless leg of lamb
3 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint (or 1 tablespoon dried mint)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup boiling water
24 dried figs
2 red onions

1
Trim all visible fat from lamb; cut lamb into 48 (1-inch pieces; set aside.
2
Combine the mint and the next 8 ingredients in a large zip-lock heavy-duty plastic bag; shake around to combine.
3
Add in lamb; seal bag; shake to coat and marinate in refrigerator for 20 minutes, turning the bag occasionally.
4
Remove lamb from bag and discard marinade.
5
In a large bowl, combine the boiling water and figs; cover and let stand 10 minutes or until soft.
6
Drain figs well; cut in half.
7
Cut each onion into 6 wedges; cut each wedge in half crosswise (should have 24 pieces).
8
Thread 4 lamb pieces, 2 figs, and 2 onions alternately onto each of 12 (10-inch) skewers.
9
Place kebabs on a grill rack (over direct heat)or broiler pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
10
Grill or broil 4 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness.

1359

kcal

Calories

110

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs lean boneless leg of lamb, 3 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint (or 1 tablespoon dried mint), 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Turkish Lamb, Fig, and Mint 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turkish Lamb, Fig, and Mint Kebabs

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Variations & substitutions

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