Tandoori-Spiced Lamb Skewers with Cucumber Raita

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

Juicy lamb skewers marinated in aromatic tandoori spices, grilled to perfection and served with a cooling cucumber raita for balance. This Indian-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, plain yogurt, tandoori masala spice mix for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 pound lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons tandoori masala spice mix
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and finely diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3/4 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon mint leaves, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 2 tablespoons tandoori masala spice mix, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Whisk until smooth.
2. Step 2: Add 1 pound 1-inch cubed lamb leg to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto skewers, leaving a small gap between pieces for even cooking.
4. Step 4: Grill the lamb skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until charred on the edges and cooked to medium doneness.
5. Step 5: Meanwhile, prepare the cucumber raita by mixing 3/4 cup plain yogurt with 1/2 diced peeled cucumber, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl.
6. Step 6: Serve the lamb skewers hot with a generous dollop of cucumber raita on the side.