Lamb Skewers
Juicy, smoky lamb skewers grilled to perfection. A simple marinade of olive oil, lemon, and garlic lets the meat shine. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or weekend barbecue.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb lamb leg or shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 8 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the 3 tbsp olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- 2
Add the 1.5 lb lamb cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the fridge for deeper flavor.
- 3
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated lamb onto the 8 soaked skewers, dividing evenly, leaving a small gap between pieces for even cooking.
- 4
Place the skewers on the hot grill. Cook for 8-10 minutes total, turning every 2-3 minutes, until the lamb is nicely charred on the outside and reaches your desired doneness (about 135°F for medium-rare).
- 5
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot, with a squeeze of lemon or a sprinkle of fresh herbs if you like.
- 6
Enjoy your smoky, tender lamb skewers straight off the grill!
Tools you’ll need
- Grill or grill pan
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Wooden skewers
- Tongs
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