Simply Beef and Lamb

Paprika Lamb Skewers

Serves: 6 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 16 minutes

Quick, barbecue recipe, lamb mince, herbs and paprika shaped into koftas.

Ingredients

  • 675g/1½lb lean lamb mince
  • Salt and freshly milled black pepper
  • 1 small red onion, peeled and finely chopped
  • 30ml/2tbsp freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 30ml/2tbsp freshly chopped mint
  • 15ml/1tbsp smoked paprika powder (available at all good supermarkets)

Method

  1. In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together.
  2. Using slightly damp hands divide the mixture into 6 portions. Roll each portion into a sausage shape and mould around 6 long wooden (previously soaked in water) or metal skewers or 12 small skewers. Cover and chill for 20 minutes.
  3. Cook the lamb skewers under a preheated moderate grill or on a prepared barbecue for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked and any meat juices run clear.
  4. Serve the skewers on top of grilled Mediterranean flat bread, a side salad and a dollop of houmous.

Method

  1. In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together.
  2. Using slightly damp hands divide the mixture into 6 portions. Roll each portion into a sausage shape and mould around 6 long wooden (previously soaked in water) or metal skewers or 12 small skewers. Cover and chill for 20 minutes.
  3. Cook the lamb skewers under a preheated moderate grill or on a prepared barbecue for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked and any meat juices run clear.
  4. Serve the skewers on top of grilled Mediterranean flat bread, a side salad and a dollop of houmous.