Savory Armenian Lamb Skewers: Grilled Delight with Mediterranean Flair

Armenian Shish Kebab Recipe

Overview:

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this mouthwatering Armenian Shish Kebab recipe! 🍢 Perfect for a delightful one-dish meal, this dish encapsulates the flavors of Southwest Asia with a hint of spice, making it an ideal choice for spring and summer gatherings.

• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Preparation Time: 25 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Calories per Serving: 841.4

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs boneless leg of lamb
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp dried oregano
• 1/8 tsp dried rosemary leaves
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 onions, cut into chunks
• 2 green bell peppers, cut into chunks
• 12 mushrooms
• 2 tomatoes, cut into chunks

Instructions:

1. Marinating the Lamb:

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   • Place the lamb in a large container with a cover.
   • In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, white wine, bay leaf, salt, pepper, oregano, and rosemary to prepare the marinade.
   • Pour the marinade over the lamb cubes, ensuring they are thoroughly coated.
   • Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 24 hours, stirring occasionally to infuse the flavors evenly.

2. Preparation:

   • Approximately 1 hour before serving, preheat the broiler.
   • Drain the lamb kebabs, reserving the marinade for later use.
   • Thread separate skewers with lamb, onions, green peppers, and mushrooms, placing them on a broiling tray.
   • Baste the vegetables with some of the reserved marinade.

3. Broiling:

   • Broil the skewers about 4 inches from the heat source, ensuring to turn them frequently for even cooking:
     • Green peppers: about 7 minutes
     • Onions: about 12 minutes
     • Mushrooms: about 3 minutes
   • Remove the skewers and allow them to cool slightly until they can be handled.

4. Re-Thread Skewers:

   • Leave the broiler on.
   • Remove the skewers from the ingredients and rethread 4 or 8 skewers (depending on size) with alternating pieces of lamb, onion, green pepper, mushrooms, and tomato.
   • Baste the skewers again with any remaining marinade.

5. Final Broiling:

   • Return the skewers to the broiler, turning them frequently.
   • Broil until the meat is reheated and cooked to medium-rare perfection, the vegetables are slightly charred in spots, and the tomatoes are tender but not falling off the skewers (approximately 5 to 7 minutes more).

6. Serving:

   • Serve your aromatic Armenian Shish Kebabs with fluffy Rice Pilaf and warm Pita Bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Indulge in the flavors of the Middle East with this easy-to-follow recipe, perfect for a cozy dinner or a delightful outdoor barbecue! 🌿🍅🌶️