Grilled Maasai-Inspired Spiced Lamb Skewers

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Tender lamb skewers marinated in a blend of East African spices and grilled to smoky perfection, inspired by the Maasai tribe's traditional flavors. This African-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 African cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp ground coriander, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Whisk together to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb lamb leg cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to infuse.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated lamb cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
  4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until the lamb is cooked to medium doneness and has a smoky char on the edges.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving warm with your choice of side dishes.

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