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    Grilled Spicy Cumin Lamb Skewers

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    I love everything about summer. The weather, the patios, the outdoor activities and last, but certainly not least, the barbecues! Last weekend, my hubby and I went to the local Asian night market here in Vancouver. The night market has grown into a huge event full of hundreds of vendors. If you want any type of Asian street food, it is there. We have probably tried almost every single vendor! But each year, our go-to favourites are the barbecue skewers. My husband claimed he could make them better so I put him to the challenge. And boy did he do well. He made a batch of mouthwatering, juicy, grilled spicy cumin lamb skewers.

    Craving authentic Chinese street food? You can now make juicy, grilled spicy cumin lamb skewers at home in your own backyard! | aheadofthyme.com

    Craving authentic Chinese street food? You can now make juicy, grilled spicy cumin lamb skewers at home in your own backyard! | aheadofthyme.com

    Being a bit of a perfectionist, he had to do things right. He went all out and bought a portable Chinese grill, a cooler, and camping chairs. We are basically set for a summer of grilling and boy am I excited!!

    I had never seen or heard of a Chinese grill before I saw him come home with one. If you don't have such a grill, you can buy on online or you can use any charcoal grill. A charcoal grill is essential for giving the skewers its amazing smoky flavour that will mimic Chinese street food. Plus it adds those gorgeous charred burnt marks. I like my skewers extra charred. If you don't, then just don't grill your skewers as long as I do.

    Craving authentic Chinese street food? You can now make juicy, grilled spicy cumin lamb skewers at home in your own backyard! | aheadofthyme.com

    Craving authentic Chinese street food? You can now make juicy, grilled spicy cumin lamb skewers at home in your own backyard! | aheadofthyme.com

    Mouthwatering, right?

    Craving authentic Chinese street food? You can now make juicy, grilled spicy cumin lamb skewers at home in your own backyard! | aheadofthyme.com

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    Craving authentic Chinese street food? You can now make juicy, grilled spicy cumin lamb skewers at home in your own backyard! | aheadofthyme.com

    Grilled Spicy Cumin Lamb Skewers


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    • Author: Sam | Ahead of Thyme
    • Total Time: 35 minutes
    • Yield: 12-14 skewers
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    Craving authentic Chinese street food? You can now make juicy, grilled spicy cumin lamb skewers at home in your own backyard!


    Ingredients

    • 1 pound lamb meat, cut into half inch cubes
    • 2 cloves garlic, pressed
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine (Shaoxing wine)
    • 2 tablespoons cumin powder
    • 1 teaspoon red pepper powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt

    Seasoning:

    • cumin powder
    • red pepper powder (optional for spicy)
    • cumin seeds

    Instructions

    1. In a medium bowl, combine lamb, garlic, oil, soy sauce, cooking wine, cumin powder, red pepper powder, and salt and toss to combine.
    2. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and place refridgerator for at least 30 minutes.
    3. Thread lamb closely onto skewers and sprinkle with cumin powder, red pepper powder, and whole cumin seeds on all sides.
    4. Grill skewers, flipping frequently until meat is fully cooked (when surfaces start to char and turn brown).
    5. Remove from grill and serve immediately.
    • Prep Time: 30 min
    • Cook Time: 5 min
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Method: Grill
    • Cuisine: Chinese

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    1. Chava says

      June 27, 2017 at 8:03 pm

      Where did you find the Chinese grill? We just got back from Beijing and this is one of the things on my list to recreate!

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      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        June 28, 2017 at 4:28 pm

        My hubby bought it at a local Chinese store. However, here is one that you can order online at Amazon.

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    2. Becky Jones says

      June 21, 2017 at 2:07 pm

      these photos make it looks so delicious! a perfect summer recipe.

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