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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.

Lebanese BBQ – Lahem Meshwi (Lamb Skewers)

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

  1. 1Cube the meat (60–70g pieces).
  2. 2Place in a bowl and toss with the other ingredients.
  3. 3Refrigerate for 2 hours, allowing the meat to marinate and flavours to develop.
  4. 4Skewer the lamb, or cook as they are.
  5. 5Cook evenly to your liking on a barbecue grill, turning just once.

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