Lamb kebabs in yogurt and spices with zucchini
6 servings
30 minutes
Lamb skewers in yogurt and spices with zucchini are a refined dish that combines the tenderness of marinated meat with the spiciness of aromatic spices. Yogurt makes the lamb especially tender, while paprika, cumin, and allspice give it a rich flavor with subtle Eastern notes. Zucchini adds freshness and lightness, creating a harmonious balance of textures. This recipe recalls traditional dishes from Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines where marinating is used to enhance the meat's flavor. Serving on warm pita makes the skewers convenient to eat and adds a special elegance to them. Perfect for a cozy outdoor dinner when the aroma of smoky grilling permeates every note of flavor. This dish will appeal to connoisseurs of rich flavors and simple yet elegant combinations.
1
In a large bowl, mix yogurt, paprika, cumin, allspice, minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add 1.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.5 teaspoons of pepper. Add the diced meat, mix, and let marinate for 1 hour at room temperature or 3 hours in the refrigerator.
- Greek yogurt: 0.3 glass
- Hot paprika: 1 tablespoon
- Ground cumin (zira): 1 teaspoon
- Ground allspice: 0.5 teaspoon
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Mutton: 1 kg
2
Preheat the grill or barbecue. Cut the zucchini into pieces.
- Mini Zucchini: 450 g
3
On skewers, alternate threading meat and zucchini. Brush with remaining olive oil, lightly salt and pepper. Grill for about 6 minutes until the meat is browned for medium doneness.
- Mutton: 1 kg
- Mini Zucchini: 450 g
- Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
4
Serve by placing the skewers on warmed pitas.
- Pita: 6 pieces