Grilled African-Inspired Spiced Lamb Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

Tender lamb cubes marinated in warm African spices and grilled to juicy perfection, served with a cooling yogurt dip. This African-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, ground coriander, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1/4 cup cucumber, grated

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a marinade. Add 1 lb lamb leg cubes and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
3. Step 3: Grill the lamb skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until nicely charred on the outside and cooked to medium-rare or desired doneness. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt with 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint and 1/4 cup grated cucumber in a small bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and stir well.
5. Step 5: Serve the lamb skewers hot with the mint yogurt dip on the side for cooling contrast.