AFRICAN-STYLE SHISH KEBAB

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A fun twist on your average shishkebab. The recipe calls for the use of either lamb or beef. I think it may also be good on chicken. Serve with rice. Enjoy! Note: the timing does not include marinating.

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 large onion, minced
1/2 cup chopped mint leaf
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
salt and pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 lbs boneless leg of lamb or 2 lbs beef sirloin, cut into cubes
18 cherry tomatoes
2 green peppers, cut into chunks
18 small white onions, peeled (you can use pearl onions)
18 medium mushrooms

Steps:

  • Combine yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, onion, mint,.
  • cilantro, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper in large bowl. Add.
  • meat to marinade; refrigerate 4 to 5 hours for lamb, overnight.
  • for beef.
  • Remove from refrigerator 2 hours before cooking.
  • Just before cooking, arrange meat on skewers alternately with.
  • tomatoes, green peppers, onions and mushrooms. Place on grill.
  • 3 inches above coals, which should be red hot but not flaming.
  • Cook 5 minutes on each side, turning skewers to brown meat.
  • evenly.
  • I recommend serving with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.2, Fat 28.5, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 109.6, Sodium 120.2, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 6, Sugar 15.4, Protein 33.6

Rikesh Das
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These kebabs are a great way to add some variety to your grilling repertoire. They are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Steven Marshall
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I've made these kebabs several times and they are always a hit. The marinade is flavorful and the meat is always cooked perfectly.


Roniey kureva
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These kebabs are so easy to make and they always turn out delicious. I love that I can use any type of meat or vegetables that I like.


Puzhra Abdilahi
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I love the bright and flavorful marinade for these kebabs. They are always a hit at parties.


Rani begum Begum
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These kebabs are a great way to use up leftover meat or vegetables.


Rahmatullah baloch
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I made these kebabs for a picnic and they were a hit! They are so easy to transport and they taste great even when they are cold.


Rocking Ruler
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These kebabs are so versatile. You can use any type of meat or vegetables that you like.


Helly Jelly
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I love the smoky flavor that the grill gives to these kebabs. They are always a hit at parties.


Rana Raheem
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The marinade for these kebabs is amazing! The meat was so flavorful and juicy.


Aimen Nazeer
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These kebabs were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


Precious Bameyi
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I made these kebabs for a party and everyone loved them! They were a hit.


Samita Rai
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The kebabs were delicious and the marinade was perfect. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Okailets Okai
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These kebabs were so easy to make and they tasted amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


Cabdirisaaq Cali
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I followed the recipe exactly and the kebabs turned out great! I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Leatha Williams
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The shish kebabs were delicious! The marinade was very flavorful and the meat was cooked perfectly.


Haider jan
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the kebabs and asked for the recipe.


Man Bc
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This shish kebab recipe is a keeper! The marinade is flavorful and the meat is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.