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Fiji Style BBQ Lamb

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of Fiji, BBQ lamb is a beloved dish often enjoyed at festive gatherings and celebrations. The use of local ingredients like coconut milk and fresh herbs reflects the island's rich agricultural heritage. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond Fiji, with variations appearing in Pacific Islander communities and BBQ restaurants worldwide.

FijianFJmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 kgs New Zealand lamb
2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons crushed pineapple
1 teaspoon salt
1-2 teaspoons garlic
1-2 teaspoons ginger
0.5 teaspoons chili

lamb shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut cream is richer, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often cheaper.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is less expensive.

1

Cut the lamb into barbecue pieces.

2

Prepare the marinade by mixing sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, barbecue sauce, crushed pineapple, garlic, ginger, and chili in a bowl.

3

Taste the marinade and add salt as needed, about 1 teaspoon.

4

Marinate the lamb pieces in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.

5

Let the marinated lamb sit for about an hour before barbecuing.

6

Cook the marinated lamb on the barbecue until done.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbarbecue

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Fijian Lamb BBQFiji Lamb Kebab

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