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Chili-Garlic Lamb Sosaties

Cubed lamb threaded on skewers with onion, glazed in a quick chili-garlic paste, and charred under the broiler. A 15-minute take on the South African street-food classic.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
32g
Chili-Garlic Lamb Sosaties
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat lamb dry and season with salt and black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk garlic, chili paste, vinegar, and brown sugar in a small bowl until smooth.

  3. Step 3

    Thread lamb and onion pieces alternately onto 8 wooden skewers, dividing evenly.

  4. Step 4

    Brush skewers generously on all sides with the chili paste mixture.

  5. Step 5

    Arrange skewers on a broiler pan. Broil 6 inches from heat for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway, until lamb edges char and interior is medium-rare.

  6. Step 6

    Rest 2 minutes on the pan. Serve hot with lemon wedges and extra chili paste on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • 8 wooden skewers (soaked 15 minutes)
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • broiler pan
  • instant-read thermometer (optional)

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