Moroccan lamb skewers

If you’re sick of sausages on the BBQ and looking for a tastier, healthier option, try these Moroccan lamb skewers. Lamb is a great source of protein, vitamin B12, vitamin B3 and zinc and is combined with antioxidant rich vegetables.

 

Serves: 2
Ingredients:  9
Serving Size:  323g
Total calories:  453 kcal
Carbohydrates:  19g
Fat:  30.8g
Protein:  27

Ingredients

  • 200g lamb, cut into 2cm cubes
  • Capsicum
  • Red onion
  • 1 cup pumpkin
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper or to taste
  • 1 tsp turmeric or to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 1 tsp cinnamon or to taste
  • 6 wooden skewers

Method

  1. Cut the capsicum, onion and pumpkin into 2cm squares. Ensure to thinly slice the pumpkin.
  2. Mix the olive oil and spices together in a bowl.
  3. Add the lamb chunks to the bowl of spices, and massage the mix into the lamb until well covered.
  4. Thread the lamb onto the skewers, alternating with the capsicum, onion and pumpkin.
  5. Grill the skewers on medium heat for roughly 5 minutes each side, or until well cooked.
  6. Serve alone or with a side salad.
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