Ingredients
Marinade
- 800 g lamb boneless, preferably from the leg, cut into cubes
- 4 tbsp plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste for spiciness)
- salt to taste
- juice of 1 lemon
Assembling
- metal or wooden skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before using)
- Vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes (optional)
- olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground paprika, ground coriander, ground black pepper, red pepper flakes, salt, and lemon juice to make the marinade.
- Place the cubed lamb meat in a large bowl and pour the marinade over it. Mix well to ensure the lamb is evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight for best flavor.
- If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning during grilling.
- When ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto the skewers, alternating with pieces of vegetables if desired.
- Brush the kebabs with a little olive oil to prevent sticking to the grill.
- Grill the lamb kebabs for about 10-15 minutes, turning them occasionally, until the meat is browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. The internal temperature of the lamb should reach at least 63°C (145°F) for medium-rare.
- Serve the Turkish lamb kebabs hot with flatbread or pita, a side of rice or bulgur pilaf, and some fresh vegetables or a simple salad. You can also drizzle them with extra lemon juice or a yogurt-based sauce if desired.Enjoy your homemade Turkish lamb kebabs! They are perfect for gatherings and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Nutrition Facts
Lamb kebabs
Amount per Serving
Calories
432
% Daily Value*
Fat
37
g
57
%
Saturated Fat
15
g
94
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
16
g
Cholesterol
99
mg
33
%
Sodium
89
mg
4
%
Potassium
345
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
2
g
1
%
Fiber
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
23
g
46
%
Vitamin A
235
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
0.5
mg
1
%
Calcium
47
mg
5
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.