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Lebanese BBQ – Lahem Meshwi (Lamb Skewers)
Traditional lahem meshwi – AKA lamb skewers – are an essential offering at any credible Lebanese barbecue. Everyone loves them, especially if you make them like this.

Ingredients
- 1kg lamb back strap
- ¼ tsp onion, minced
- ¼ tsp Yalla Yalla
- 1 tsp pomegranate molasses
- ¼ tsp Shawarma Spice
- ¼ tsp crushed black pepper
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp rice bran oil
Method
- 1Cube the meat (60–70g pieces).
- 2Place in a bowl and toss with the other ingredients.
- 3Refrigerate for 2 hours, allowing the meat to marinate and flavours to develop.
- 4Skewer the lamb, or cook as they are.
- 5Cook evenly to your liking on a barbecue grill, turning just once.


