Shish Kebabs

Shish Kebabs

Serves:

4

Prep time:

1-3 hours

Cook time:

15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 Garlic Cloves crushed
  • 3 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Mint
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 1/2 pounds Trimmed Boneless Leg of Lamb, (or beef chuck boneless ribs) cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 small bunch Fresh Mint (optional)
  • 1 large Red Onion, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 large Yellow Bell Pepper, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 large Green Bell Pepper, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • For grilling Vegetable Oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine crushed garlic with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, dried mint, and oregano.
  2. Add the lamb (or beef), toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 3 hours.
  3. Thread the lamb (or beef) onto skewers, then pieces of onion, bell pepper, and mint (optional). Brush lightly with olive oil.
  4. Light a grill. Lightly brush the grate with vegetable oil and grill the kebabs over a medium-hot fire, turning frequently, until the lamb (or beef) is medium, about 6 minutes, and the vegetables are tender and lightly charred, about 8 minutes.
  5. Let the kebabs stand for 2 minutes, then serve with a garlicky yogurt sauce, tahini sauce, lemon wedges, and pita bread.

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