Kuwaiti lamb tikka recipe | how to make Arabic lamb or meat tikka |

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is lower in fat, while beef is often more affordable.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers a thicker texture with fewer calories.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Paprika provides flavor without as much heat.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley is more accessible and offers a milder flavor.

Marinate lamb in yogurt, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Thread marinated lamb onto skewers, alternating with onion and bell pepper pieces.

Brush skewers with vegetable oil before grilling.

Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until lamb is cooked through and slightly charred.

Remove skewers from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with flatbread or rice.

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