Jagged Lamb Skewers with Smoky Thai Sauce
Grilled lamb skewers marinated in a smoky Thai-inspired sauce, perfect for a flavorful and spicy meal.
Ingredients
- ●1.5 pounds Lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch piecesCut into 1-inch cubes
- ●12 Jagged bamboo skewersSoak in water for 30 minutes before grilling
- ●1 cup Smoky Thai sauce (see below)Can be adjusted to taste
- ●2 tablespoons Fish sauceThai ingredient for flavor
- ●1 tablespoon Brown sugarSweetener for the sauce
- ●2 tablespoons Ginger, mincedA Thai staple for flavor
- ●2 cloves Garlic, mincedUse 2-3 cloves if you like garlic
- ●1 teaspoon Chili flakesAdjust the level of heat to your taste
- ●2 tablespoons Lime juiceFreshly squeezed for best flavor
- ●1/4 cup Cilantro, choppedGarnish for the dish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 2
In a blender or food processor, combine fish sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, chili flakes, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
- 3
Thread lamb pieces onto jagged bamboo skewers, leaving a small space between each piece.
- 4
Brush the lamb skewers with the smoky Thai sauce, making sure they are evenly coated.
- 5
Grill the lamb skewers for 8-10 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
- 6
Remove the lamb skewers from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- 7
Serve the lamb skewers hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and additional smoky Thai sauce if desired.
- 8
Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.