Spicy Lamb Kebabs with Mint and Nectarine Salsa
Delicious lamb kebabs marinated in a fiery mix and served with a summery mint and nectarine salsa.
prep time
10 mins
cook time
15 minutes
serves
4 people
Ingredients
- 450g lean lamb leg or shoulder steaks, cut into 2.5cm cubes
- 4-6 red chillies, deseeded and cut in half
For the marinade:
- 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, finely crushed
- Finely grated zest of 1 lemon and 1 lime
- 2 teaspoons olive or sunflower oil
For the nectarine and mint salsa:
- 3 ripe nectarines or peaches, halved, stoned and diced
- 4 spring onions, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons freshly chopped mint
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Method
- Prepare the marinade; in a large shallow bowl mix together all the marinade ingredients.
- Thread equal amounts of lamb and chillies onto 4 short metal or wooden skewers (previously soaked in cold water for 20 minutes). Place in a shallow dish, pour over the marinade, cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or overnight.
- Meanwhile, prepare the salsa; in a large bowl mix all the ingredients together and set aside.
- Cook the steaks on a prepared barbecue or preheated moderate grill and cook for 8-12 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked and any meat juices run clear.
- Serve the skewers with the salsa and garlic bread.