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Skewered Lamb Southwestern Style

Cubed lamb cooked over an open fire, on skewers, has been a universal favorite throughout the world for centuries. This dish should be done over hot coals, or on a very hot gas grill as close to the flame as you can get it.

Type: Lamb
Courses: Main Course
Serves: 4 people

Recipe Ingredients

2 1/2 lbs 1135g / 40ozBoneless lamb - cut 1 1/2" cubes
  Rice Pilaf - (see recipe)
  Assorted vegetables - see * Note
  Marinade
3/4 cup 177mlOlive oil
1 tablespoon 15mlChili powder
1 teaspoon 5mlCumin
1 teaspoon 5mlPaprika
1 teaspoon 5mlCoriander
1 teaspoon 5mlGranulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon 2.5mlCayenne
2 tablespoons 30mlFresh cilantro
2 tablespoons 30mlOrange juice
1 tablespoon 15mlLime juice

Recipe Instructions

* Note: While there are no rules as to what vegetables to use, tomatoes, onions, mushrooms, peppers and various other fresh vegetables add color and texture.

Marinate the lamb for about an hour while the coals are getting ready or while you are preheating your gas grill or broiler.

When the fire is ready, thread the meat and vegetables (if you are using them) on skewers and cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, turning once.

Serve with seasoned pinto beans and Rice Pilaf.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Source:
Barbecue Headquarters at http://www.bbqhq.com

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