Yogurt-Marinated Lamb Skewers Recipe

Name: Yogurt-Marinated Lamb Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 quart plain whole-milk yogurt; 1/4 cup canned or jarred brined green peppercornsrinsed, drained and finely chopped; 1/4 cup minced shallots; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro; 1/2 cup finely chopped mint; Kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper; 3 pounds trimmed boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes; 18 skewers, soaked in water for 1 hour

Servings: persons

1 quart plain whole-milk yogurt
1/4 cup canned or jarred brined green peppercornsrinsed, drained and finely chopped
1/4 cup minced shallots
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
1/2 cup finely chopped mint
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
3 pounds trimmed boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
18 skewers, soaked in water for 1 hour

1
In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt with the green peppercorns, shallots, garlic, lemon juice, sugar and cumin.
2
Stir in the cilantro and mint and season lightly with salt and pepper.
3
Transfer 1 cup of the yogurt sauce to a bowl; cover and refrigerate.
4
Pour the remaining yogurt sauce into a large, resealable plastic bag.
5
Add the lamb and turn to coat thoroughly.
6
Seal the bag and refrigerate overnight.
7
Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.
8
Remove the lamb from the marinade and thread the meat onto the skewers.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Grill the lamb over high heat, turning, until charred in spots, about 7 minutes for medium meat.
11
Transfer the skewers to a platter and serve with the reserved yogurt sauce.

1230

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

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.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 quart plain whole-milk yogurt, 1/4 cup canned or jarred brined green peppercornsrinsed, drained and finely chopped, 1/4 cup minced shallots, 5 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Yogurt-Marinated Lamb Skewers 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!

Yogurt-Marinated Lamb Skewers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions