Time and Servings:

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Nutrition (per serving):

Calories: 380 kcal
Protein: 24g
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 320mg

Ingredients:

  • For the Kebabs:
    • 1 lb ground lamb
    • 1 onion, grated
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tbsp ground cumin
    • 1 tsp ground coriander
    • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • For the Mint Yogurt Sauce:
    • 1 cup Greek yogurt
    • 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
    • Juice of 1 lemon
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Lamb Kebabs:
    • In a large bowl, mix ground lamb with grated onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, parsley, salt, and pepper.
    • Shape the mixture into elongated kebabs and thread onto skewers.
  2. Grill Kebabs:
    • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
    • Grill the kebabs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
  3. Make Mint Yogurt Sauce:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, chopped mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.
  4. Serve:
    • Arrange the kebabs on a platter and drizzle with the mint yogurt sauce. Serve with warm flatbread or rice pilaf for a complete meal.

Tips for Success:

  • Use Metal or Soaked Wooden Skewers: This prevents the skewers from burning during grilling.
  • Moist and Flavorful: Adding grated onion keeps the lamb mixture moist while infusing it with flavor.
  • Variations: Substitute lamb with ground beef or a mix of beef and lamb for a slightly different texture.

Wine, Cocktail, Drink Pairing:

  • Pair this dish with a glass of Turkish Raki, a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc, or a refreshing mint lemonade for a non-alcoholic option.