Yogurt, lemon, and spices combine to make a rich and creamy marinade that coats Chef John's grilled lamb skewers. Serve with flatbread or rice and cilantro chutney.
Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
194 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
Step 2
Whisk yogurt, lemon juice, onion, garlic, ginger, garam masala, paprika, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl until combined.
Step 3
Toss lamb and salt into marinade; mix until lamb pieces are coated evenly. Cover mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, or at least 4 hours.
Step 4
Skewer lamb pieces so they barely touch. Wipe off excess marinade with a paper towel. Brush with vegetable oil and sprinkle with salt.
Step 5
Grill skewers on medium heat until lamb springs back to the touch, about 5 to 7 minutes on each side.
Step 6
Garnish with red onions, lemon wedges, and chopped cilantro as desired.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cloves crushed garlic
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1 medium red onion, sliced
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
2 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 2 inch pieces
