Grilled Lamb Kebabs With Turkish Flavors
Succulent chunks of lamb marinated in olive oil and grilled to perfection, then tossed with dried apricots, Maras pepper, garlic, and fresh mint for an authentic Turkish-inspired dish. The combination of tender meat, sweet fruit, and aromatic herbs creates a delightful Mediterranean meal.
Ingredients
- •2 pounds boneless lamb leg
- •½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- •1 to taste Kosher salt
- •1 to taste black pepper
- •½ cup dried apricots
- •2 tablespoons Maras pepper
- •1 teaspoon minced garlic
- •2 tablespoons fresh mint
- •4 pieces metal skewers
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Build a two-level fire in your grill by putting all the coals on one side. When the flames have died down and the coals are medium-hot (you can comfortably hold your hand 6" above the grill for 3-4 seconds), you're ready to cook.
20 min
- 2.
Trim the lamb of most of the fat and cut into 32 more or less equal chunks. Combine in a bowl with 1/4 cup olive oil and salt and pepper to taste; toss well to coat.
10 min
- 3.
Thread the lamb chunks onto skewers (8 or so per skewer) and place directly over the coals. Cook, turning, until done to your liking, about 8 minutes total for medium-rare.
8 min
- 4.
When the lamb is done, slide the chunks off the skewers into a large bowl, then add apricots, Maras pepper, garlic, mint, remaining 1/4 cup olive oil, and more salt and pepper to taste and toss vigorously. Serve warm.
5 min