Grilled Lamb Kebabs With Basil Tahini Sauce Recipes

LAMB KABOBS

Steps:

• Cut the lamb into 1 to 1 1/2 -inch cubes or pieces and put them in a large bowl. Season with kosher salt and black pepper.
• In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade, combine the onion, garlic, spices, parsley, olive oil and lemon juice. Cover and run the processor until everything is finely chopped (you should end up with a thick onion marinade).
• Pour the onion marinade over the lamb and mix well to make sure all the lamb is well coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. (If you do not have time, leave the kabobs to marinate at room temperature for about 30 minutes).
• Brush the grates of a gas grill (or an indoor griddle) with oil and heat.
• Shake excess marinade off and thread the lamb pieces on some long skewers, allowing a little room between pieces (I used 6 wooden skewers that have been soaked in water).
• Assemble the lamb kabobs in one single layer over your heated grill or griddle. Grill over high heat, turning each kabob one-quarter turn every couple minutes, until the meat is browned all over, anywhere from 7 to 9 minutes, depending on how well you like your lamb cooked (7 minutes on my grill produced medium-rare kabobs).

GRILLED LAMB KEBABS

Steps:

• Puree the onion in a food processor until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve over a medium bowl. Whisk the oregano, cumin and 1/2 teaspoon each kosher salt and pepper into the onion juices. Add the lamb; toss. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
• Preheat a grill to medium high and oil the grates. Remove the lamb from the marinade and thread onto 4 metal skewers. Grill, turning occasionally, about 8 minutes for medium doneness. Sprinkle with flaky salt and serve with tzatziki.

LAMB KEBABS WITH ARUGULA AND TAHINI

Steps:

• Kebabs, part 1: In a mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, milk, and bread cubes; mix until the bread starts to break apart, about 30 seconds. Add the diced onion, smoked paprika, cumin, powdered milk, baking soda, and salt; mix again to combine. Mix in the black pepper, and the kebabs are ready to be cooked.
• Kebabs, part 2: Place flour in a small bowl. Divide meat mixture into three equal portions. Gently pat each one into a slightly flattened ball and dredge in flour to coat; remove excess flour. Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot and shimmering, add the kebabs. Cook 8-10 minutes, turning once, until kebabs are golden brown on all sides, firm to the touch, and slightly pink in the center. (If they need more time, cover the skillet for 2-3 more minutes and let the steam finish them off.)
• Tahini Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together tahini, half of the lemon juice, and salt. Thin out with water, 1 tablespoon at a time. It will look like it's seizing up, but keep stirring, about 30 seconds, and it'll become a smooth and creamy sauce.
• Assemble: Place the kebabs on a plate and top them with arugula, followed by remaining lemon juice, olive oil, and a few tablespoons (or more) of tahini sauce. Serve immediately.