Grilled Lamb Skewers with Creamy Yogurt Sauce

Ingredients

Olive oil

1/4 cup

Lemon juice

2 tablespoons

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Cumin

1 teaspoon

Paprika

1 teaspoon

Salt

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Lamb leg

2 pounds, cut into 1-inch cubes

Cucumber

1 cup, finely diced

Yogurt

1 cup, plain greek yogurt

Fresh mint

1/4 cup, chopped

Lemon zest

1 teaspoon

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade.
2. Add the lamb cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for deeper flavor absorption.
3. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, ensuring it's hot enough for a nice sear.
4. Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
5. Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the lamb reaches your desired level of doneness. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 135°F (57°C).
6. While the lamb is grilling, prepare the yogurt sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, diced cucumber, chopped mint, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
7. Once the lamb skewers are done, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
8. Serve the grilled lamb skewers hot with the creamy yogurt sauce on the side for dipping.