Kuzu Kuzu Şiş Kebap
Kuzu Kuzu Şiş Kebap is a flavorful Turkish BBQ dish featuring tender lamb skewers marinated with aromatic spices and grilled to perfection. This low-carb delight is perfect for meat lovers looking for a satisfying meal without the extra carbs.

45 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Turkish
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Lamb shoulder - 400 grams, cubed
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Greek yogurt - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Bell pepper - 1 medium, cut into chunks
- Red onion - 1 medium, cut into chunks
- Skewers - 4 (if wooden, soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Steps
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
- Add the cubed lamb to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated lamb onto the skewers, alternating with chunks of bell pepper and red onion.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked to your desired doneness.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 34 g
- Carbs: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
- Total Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Rich in healthy fats from olive oil, which can help reduce inflammation.
Tags
TurkishLow CarbBBQ