
Meat
Kabab-e Gosht-e Chopan (Afghan spiced lamb skewers)
Pieces of lamb marinated in yogurt and spices, then grilled on skewers. They are tender, fragrant and much loved at family meals in Afghanistan.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
On the side
Instructions
- Grate the onions and press the garlic, then mix them with the yogurt, lemon juice and oil.
- Add the cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper and cayenne, then stir in the cubes of lamb.
- Cover and leave to marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
- Thread the pieces onto wooden skewers soaked in water, alternating with bell pepper pieces if you like.
- Grill over high heat on a grill or grill pan for 12 to 15 minutes, turning regularly, until the outside is nicely browned.
- Serve hot with nan bread and a fresh salad.
Variations and tips
Oven version. Place the skewers on a rack and bake at 230 °C for 15 to 18 minutes, turning them halfway through.
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Original Ecomely recipe.

Afghanistan
Afghanistan
Afghanistan
Afghanistan
Afghanistan
Afghanistan
Afghanistan
Afghanistan