Kuzu Kuzu Şaşlık

Kuzu Kuzu Şaşlık is a delicious and healthy Turkish BBQ dish featuring tender marinated lamb skewers grilled to perfection. This dish is bursting with flavor and is perfect for a summer gathering or a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Lamb shoulder - 400 grams, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Plain yogurt - 100 grams
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red onion - 1 small, cut into wedges
• Bell pepper (mixed colors) - 1 medium, cut into squares
• Cherry tomatoes - 8, halved
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large bowl, mix olive oil, yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Add the lamb cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours for best flavor.
3. Soak wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning.
4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
5. Thread the marinated lamb, red onion wedges, bell pepper squares, and cherry tomato halves onto the soaked skewers, alternating the ingredients.
6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked to your desired doneness.
7. Once done, remove from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with your choice of side dishes like rice or salad.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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