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Sis Kebab

Tender marinated lamb cubes grilled on skewers to charred perfection. Flavored with garlic, yogurt, lemon juice, and warm aromatic spices.

30 minMediumServes 4420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cubed
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium yellow onion, grated
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 medium grated yellow onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp sweet paprika, and 1 tsp kosher salt to make a marinade.

  2. 2

    Add 2 lbs cubed boneless lamb shoulder to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

  3. 3

    Thread marinated 2 lbs cubed boneless lamb shoulder onto metal skewers and heat grill to medium-high.

  4. 4

    Grill skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and internal temperature reaches 145°F for medium-rare.

  5. 5

    Transfer skewers to a platter and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Sis Kebab reach?

For Sis Kebab, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Why rest the meat in Sis Kebab?

Step 5 reads: "Transfer skewers to a platter and rest for 5 minutes before serving." Heat drives the juices toward the center. The rest in step 5 lets them spread back out, so they stay in the meat instead of running onto the board when you cut.

Is there a substitute for Greek yogurt in Sis Kebab?

The entry for Sis Kebab calls for 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt. In its place: Sour cream, measure for measure, or regular yogurt strained for an hour.

Can I make Sis Kebab dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Sis Kebab is 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt. Swap the yogurt for an unsweetened coconut or soy yogurt. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How much protein is in Sis Kebab?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 38 g of protein in about 420 calories, alongside 3 g carbohydrate and 28 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

Can I start Sis Kebab the day before?

Yes. Step 2 is a built-in pause of 4 hours: "Add 2 lbs cubed boneless lamb shoulder to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours." Do everything up to that point ahead of time and pick up at step 3 when you are ready to finish.

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