Turkish Lamb Kebab
Tender lamb chunks threaded onto skewers, seasoned with warm spices and lemon, then seared until charred outside and juicy inside. Serve with warm pita, fresh herbs, and yogurt sauce.
- Total time
- 28 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Thread lamb and onion chunks alternately onto 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers, beginning and ending with lamb.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together oil, juice from half the lemon, sumac, cumin seeds, salt, and pepper until combined.
Step 3
Brush skewers generously with the oil mixture on all sides, rubbing it in to coat completely.
Step 4
Heat a large cast iron or heavy skillet over medium-high until it smokes lightly, about 2 minutes.
Step 5
Sear skewers 3-4 minutes per side without moving, until lamb is deeply charred and onion edges blacken.
Step 6
Serve hot with yogurt, fresh parsley or mint, warm pita, and a squeeze of remaining lemon half.
Tools you’ll need
- 4 metal or wooden skewers
- 12-inch cast iron skillet or heavy stainless steel pan
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
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