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Prep Time : 15min
Cook Time : 15min
Course : Entree
Special : Easy
Type of Prep : Grill
Cuisine : Middle Eastern
Occasion : Cookout
Spiciness Indicator : Hot
 
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Spicy Lamb Kabob

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If you are looking for a kabob with a kick, this is it! Lamb is marinaded in a spicy blend of herbs, creating a flavorful lamb kabob.

Serves 8.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 lbs lamb fillet, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 2 green peppers
  • 2 pints cherry tomatoes
  • 2 onions
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  • For the marinade:
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric (or more if desired, depending on how spicy you desire)
  • pich of ground red pepper or cayenne

PREPARATION:

Up to 24 hours prior to grilling, combine marinade ingredients and pour into freezer bag. Place lamb cubes in marinade and refrigerate until ready to grill. Be sure all pieces of lamb are covered with marinade.

Prepare vegetables. Wash and dry veggies. Cur green peppers and onions into 1 inch chunks. Set aside.

Prepare skewers by spraying a light coat of cooking oil to prevent sticking. Place lamb and vegetables on skewers. Grill spicy lamb kebabs for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. Serve with hummus, baba ghannouj, or turkish cacik, a cucumber yogurt sauce for dipping.
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