GRILLED CUMIN LAMB WITH SPICY ONIONS
Yogurt makes a great base for a marinade, adding a milky tang and helping to tenderize all kinds of meats. In this case, the yogurt is spiked with aromatics - toasted cumin, green chile, herbs, and plenty of ginger and garlic - which impart complex flavors to a butterflied leg of lamb destined for the grill. Lightly pickled, spicy onions make a bright garnish here, but you can skip them if it seems like one step too many. Instead, just slice up a red onion and scatter the raw slivers over the top of the meat for a contrasting crunch. If you'd rather cook this inside, you can broil it instead of grilling.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories meat, main course
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Grate the zest from one of the limes and squeeze the juice. Reserve both separately. Cut the other lime into wedges and save for serving.
- Cut one onion into wedges; put into a blender and add lime zest. Halve remaining onion and slice it very thinly; put slices into a sieve and rinse well with cold water. Transfer onion slices to a small bowl.
- Add lime juice to bowl with onion slices, sprinkle lightly with salt, sugar and cayenne. Toss well and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or until serving.
- In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast cumin and coriander seeds until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to the blender with the onion and lime zest. Add yogurt, mint, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, ginger, black pepper, 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne. Blend until smooth.
- Place the lamb on a rimmed baking sheet, bowl or in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade all over lamb, turning to make sure it is thoroughly coated. Cover lamb (or close the bag), and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Heat the grill (or broiler). Wipe lamb with paper towels, removing most of the yogurt mixture. Grill or broil lamb until a digital thermometer reads 115 degrees for rare, or 125 for medium (about 6 to 15 minutes per side, depending on how you like your meat and how thick the lamb is). If the meat starts to char before it's done, move it to a cooler part of the grill to finish cooking. Or if broiling, move it farther away from the broiler's heat source.
- Transfer to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and let the meat rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Arrange meat on a platter, spooning any juices from the cutting board over the slices, and top with more mint, cilantro, the spicy onions, yogurt if you like, and a sprinkling of flaky salt. Serve immediately, with the lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 363, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 31 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 586 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
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Priscilla Farmer
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to change up your regular lamb dishes.
Asbir Tamang
[email protected]The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the flavors were incredible. I highly recommend this recipe!
Jayde Wauchope
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make, and it turned out so well! I'm definitely adding it to my regular rotation of recipes.
Pitar Gurung
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook lamb, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Ch Tanzil
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to introduce your family to lamb. It's mild enough for even the pickiest eaters, but it still has plenty of flavor.
Samith Lakshitha
[email protected]I love the combination of cumin and lamb. It's a classic combination that always delivers.
Mehar Azeem G Mehar Azeem G
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
shazyar samir
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook lamb, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Bidha ree
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lamb. It's also a great way to add some spice to your meals.
ryan bishop
[email protected]I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for when I'm short on time but still want to serve a delicious meal.
Mirabel Komodah
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to change up your regular lamb dishes.
Saju Pagla
[email protected]This is one of the best lamb recipes I've ever tried. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the flavors were incredible. I highly recommend this recipe!
Fazalabbas Abbas
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I'm so glad I did! The onions were just the right amount of spicy and they really added to the flavor of the lamb.
Shafiq Rao
[email protected]I love how this recipe uses simple ingredients to create such a complex and flavorful dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
Fakhar Shah
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make, and it turned out so well! I'm definitely adding it to my regular rotation of recipes.
Kai Mitchel
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The cumin and onions really complemented the lamb and made it taste amazing.
Mareldia Basardien
[email protected]This recipe was an absolute delight! The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the spicy onions added a nice kick. I'll definitely be making this again.