Harissa Lamb Skewers
Tender lamb cubes glazed with harissa, garlic, and warm spices, seared until caramelized. Served with flatbread and a squeeze of lemon—Moroccan street food energy in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 1 lb lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp harissa paste
- 3 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 whole lemon (juiced + wedges for serving)
- 4 piece warm flatbread or pita
Instructions
- 1
Pat lamb dry. Toss with harissa, garlic, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until coated.
- 2
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add lamb, spread in a single layer, and sear 3 minutes without stirring until edges caramelize.
- 4
Stir and sear another 2-3 minutes until lamb is cooked through and surface is dark.
- 5
Warm flatbread in the same skillet for 30 seconds per side, or wrap in foil.
- 6
Serve lamb in warm bread with lemon wedges on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch stainless steel or cast iron skillet
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- bowl
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