Spiced Harissa Lamb Skewers with Creamy Labneh and Fresh Herb Salad

Spiced Harissa Lamb Skewers with Creamy Labneh and Fresh Herb Salad

Tender lamb pieces marinated in smoky harissa and warm spices, grilled to perfection and served with cool, tangy labneh. A vibrant spring dish that brings the bold flavours of the Middle East to your table.

AI SCORE
88
/100

Spiced Harissa Lamb Skewers with Creamy Labneh and Fresh Herb Salad

Tender lamb pieces marinated in smoky harissa and warm spices, grilled to perfection and served with cool, tangy labneh. A vibrant spring dish that brings the bold flavours of the Middle East to your table.

AI SCORE
88
/100
Middle EasternDinnerGluten-FreeHigh-Protein
⏱️
47 min
Time
👥
4 people
Servings
🔥
425 kcal
Calories
📊
Medium
Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 600g lamb leg, cut into 3cm cubes
  • 3 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 250g labneh
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sumac
  • 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 200g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 metal or wooden skewers

Instructions

1

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

2

In a large bowl, combine harissa paste, 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, lemon zest, and half the lemon juice. Mix well.

3

Add the lamb cubes to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavour.

4

Thread the marinated lamb onto skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces for even cooking.

5

Preheat a grill pan or barbecue to medium-high heat. Brush with remaining olive oil.

6

Grill the lamb skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until charred on the outside and cooked until internal temperature reaches 63°C for medium or 71°C for well done.

7

While lamb rests, prepare the labneh by spreading it onto a serving platter. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with sumac.

8

Combine parsley, mint, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber in a bowl. Dress with remaining lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper.

9

Place the grilled lamb skewers over the labneh, serve alongside the fresh herb salad, and enjoy immediately.

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