Broiled African Lamb Skewers

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 1
Broiled African Lamb Skewers with red pepper flakes, apricots, and green olives for a medley of flavors
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2-4 hours plus 20 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons minced garlic
5 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons cracked coriander seeds
1 -3 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry sherry
salt and pepper
2 lbs leg of lamb
1 large red onion
2 red bell peppers
20 dried apricots
1/2 cup rough chopped green olives
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
382
Sugar
10g
Fat
23g
Broiled African Lamb Skewers are a flavorful way to enjoy lamb in a healthy and complete meal. The combination of red onions, red bell peppers, dried apricots, and green olives offer a medley of flavors and textures, making this dish an exciting experience for the taste buds. Marinating the lamb for several hours ensures that the flavors penetrate deeply, while broiling it over a high heat seals in the juices and adds a charred flavor. Enjoy this dish with a side salad or some garlic rice for a complete meal that will transport you to the savannas of Africa.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, coriander seeds, 1-3 teaspoon red pepper flakes, sherry, and salt and pepper to taste.
2.Add the lamb in bite-sized pieces, tossing to coat.
3.Cover and allow to marinate for 2-4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
4.Thread lamb onto skewers, alternating with red onion, red bell peppers, dried apricots, and green olives.
5.Preheat broiler on high, and adjust oven rack to the top position.
6.Place skewers on a broiler pan and broil for 8-10 minutes, or until lamb is cooked through and vegetables are slightly charred, turning once about halfway through.
7.Remove from the oven and drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with minced garlic.

PROS

This dish is a flavorful and healthy way to enjoy lamb, as the marinade and spice blend bring out the natural flavors.

The variety of vegetables and fruit on the skewer make for a complete meal in one dish.

CONS

Broiling can be difficult, and the lamb can easily be overcooked if not watched carefully.

Lamb can be an acquired taste that not everyone enjoys.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a great source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
The apricots and red bell peppers are rich in vitamins A and C, respectively.
The green olives are high in healthy fats and antioxidants.

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