Yields:
20 Servings
Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 20 Mins
Cook Time:
10 Mins
Total Time:
30 Mins
Xinjiang Lamb Skewers is a traditional delicacy in Xinjiang. Lamb meat itself is tender and juicy, and when grilled over charcoal, it turns golden and crispy on the outside while remaining succulent on the inside. As for cumin, it is a unique seasoning that adds a distinctive flavor to the dish. The unique aroma of cumin comes from a chemical compound called cuminaldehyde. When cumin is added to grilled lamb skewers, it imparts a rich Middle Eastern and Silk Road flavor that is unforgettable.
Ingredients
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Instructions
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In a bowl, mix together cumin powder, cumin seeds, red chile flakes and salt. Set aside.
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Thread lamb chunks tightly onto skewers, alternating between lean lamb and fat lamb.
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Preheat a grill or barbecue to medium heat. Grill the lamb skewers on one side for about 3-4 minutes, then sprinkle them with the spice mixture. Flip the skewers and grill for an additional 3-4 minutes, then dust them with the spice mixture again, continuing to grill until the lamb is fully cooked. Remove the grilled lamb skewers from the grill.
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Serve the Xinjiang-style grilled lamb skewers hot.
Notes
You can also use an oven set to high heat if a grill is not available. Simply place the skewers on a lined baking sheet and broil for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked to your desired doneness.