Kawaplar (Uyghur Lamb Skewers)

Per serving

Calories

350

Protein

30 g

Carbs

4 g

Fat

24 g

Fibre

1 g

Vitamins and minerals, % of a day’s needs

• Iron25%
• Vitamin D1%
• B12208%
• Zinc67%
• Magnesium13%
• Omega-326%
• Folate7%
• Calcium2%
• Potassium16%
• Vitamin C3%
• Vitamin A5%
• Riboflavin36%

Worked out from the ingredients. How we work out our numbers

Ingredients

• 400 g Lamb leg, cubed
• 1 tsp Cumin seeds
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.3 tsp Salt
• 15 g Fresh cilantro
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil

Method

1. 1

   Cube lamb leg into 1.5-inch pieces. Mince garlic and cilantro. Toss lamb with cumin, pepper, salt, garlic, cilantro, and oil. Let marinate 15 minutes.

2. 2

   If using wooden skewers, soak in water 10 minutes. Thread 5-6 pieces of lamb onto each skewer, packing closely together.

3. 3

   Heat grill or grill pan to high heat (charcoal fire is traditional). Brush grates with oil.

4. 4

   Place skewers on grill. Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until lamb is cooked through and charred on outside.

5. 5

   Transfer skewers to serving plate. Serve hot with flatbread, raw onions, and lemon wedges.