Samburu-Inspired Grilled Lamb Skewers with Spiced Yogurt Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

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Tender lamb skewers marinated in warm African spices, grilled to perfection and served with a cooling spiced yogurt dip. This African-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cubed, olive oil, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 African cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb lamb leg, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp paprika
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground ginger
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 lb cubed lamb leg, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp paprika, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated lamb cubes onto skewers.
Step 3: Grill the lamb skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until the lamb is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Step 4: Meanwhile, prepare the spiced yogurt dip by whisking together 1 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves until smooth.
Step 5: Serve the hot lamb skewers with the refreshing spiced yogurt dip on the side.