Sultan Kebabı
Sultan Kebabı is a succulent Turkish BBQ dish featuring marinated pieces of lamb skewered and grilled to perfection. This low-carb delight is bursting with flavors from aromatic spices and fresh herbs, making it a perfect choice for a hearty meal.

40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Turkish
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Lamb shoulder - 300 grams, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Greek yogurt - 3 tablespoons
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Oregano - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
Steps
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
- Add the cubed lamb to the marinade and mix well, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated lamb onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
- Grill the lamb skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
- Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.
Tags
TurkishLow CarbBBQ