Grilled Indian-Spiced Lamb Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-29 · Updated 2026-07-29

Juicy lamb skewers seasoned with a blend of Indian-inspired spices, grilled to perfection for a smoky and flavorful bite. This Indian-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, plain yogurt, garam masala 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
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 6 wooden skewers, soaked

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 2 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp paprika, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well to form the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb 1-inch lamb leg cubes to the marinade, stirring to coat all pieces evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and brush with 2 tbsp vegetable oil.
4. Step 4: Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto 6 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
5. Step 5: Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning to get char marks and cooking until lamb is medium-rare or desired doneness.
6. Step 6: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.