Lamb Kabobs With Pomegranate Glaze
These flavorful pomegranate-glazed lamb skewers are a delightful combination of tender meat and colorful vegetables, making them a perfect choice for a satisfying and visually appealing meal. The succulent lamb pieces are marinated in a tangy pomegranate molasses mixture, while the vibrant vegetables are seasoned with aromatic cumin seeds for a burst of flavor. Grilled to perfection, these skewers are a delicious and elegant option for a cozy dinner with loved ones. Serve them hot off the grill, garnished with slivers of fresh mint for a refreshing touch. A delightful dish that is sure to please the senses.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup pomegranate molasses
- 1 shallot, minced
- 3 Tbs. olive oil
- 2 tsp. cumin seeds, crushed in a mortar with a pestle
- 1 1/4 lb. boneless leg of lamb, well trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch squares
- Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- Slivered fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Soak 12 bamboo skewers in water to cover for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a bowl, stir together the pomegranate molasses, shallot, 1 Tbs. of the olive oil and 1 tsp. of the cumin seeds. Add the lamb and stir to coat. In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, bell pepper, onion, the remaining 2 Tbs. olive oil and the remaining 1 tsp. cumin seeds. Season with salt and pepper and stir to coat.
- Prepare a hot fire in a grill.
- Drain the skewers. Thread the lamb onto 4 of the skewers; reserve the glaze remaining in the bowl. Season the lamb with salt and pepper. Thread the vegetables onto the remaining 8 skewers, arranging them as you like. Brush the vegetables with the remaining glaze.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cover the grill. Cook the lamb, turning once, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until done to your liking. Cook the vegetables until they begin to brown and soften, about 6 minutes per side.
- Transfer the skewers to a platter, sprinkle with mint and serve immediately. Serves 4.
- Adapted from Williams-Sonoma <i>Weeknight Fresh &amp; Fast,</i> by Kristine Kidd (Williams-Sonoma, 2011).
Yield
Serves 4.
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