Spiced Lamb Sosaties
South African lamb skewers glazed with a sweet-spicy apricot sauce. Charred in a skillet in 15 minutes — tender, caramelized, and pure comfort.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 whole red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 whole red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
- ⅓ cup apricot jam
- 3 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp ground coriander
Instructions
- 1
Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 5 minutes. Thread lamb, pepper, and onion onto each skewer, alternating pieces.
- 2
Whisk apricot jam, vinegar, coriander, 1 tbsp oil, and a pinch each of salt and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- 3
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 4
Working in batches, sear skewers 2–3 minutes per side until lamb is golden and caramelized, turning once.
- 5
Return all skewers to the pan. Pour apricot glaze over top and turn to coat evenly.
- 6
Cook 2 more minutes, turning occasionally, until glaze is glossy and lamb is cooked through (145°F for medium).
Tools you’ll need
- 8 wooden skewers
- 12-inch skillet
- small bowl
- whisk
- instant-read thermometer
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