PORK AND LAMB KEBABS WITH DRIED APRICOTS AND ONIONS

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Pork and Lamb Kebabs with Dried Apricots and Onions image

Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     Lamb     Onion     High Fiber     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Dried Fruit     Pork Tenderloin     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 1/4 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-to 1 1/4-inch cubes
1 1/4 pounds trimmed leg of lamb, cut into 1-to 1 1/4-inch cubes
3 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar, divided
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
2 teaspoons salt
2 large onions, peeled
2 cups dried apricots (10 to 11 ounces)
4 2-to 3-inch-long orange peel strips (orange part only)
1 1/2 cups dry red wine
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons whipping cream
1/4 cup olive oil
5 bacon slices, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
Olive oil (for brushing grill rack)
Special Equipment
12 metal skewers

Steps:

  • Arrange pork tenderloin in one 11 x 7 x 2- inch glass baking dish and lamb in another 11 x 7 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Mix 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon curry powder, coriander, peppercorns, and salt in small bowl; sprinkle half of mixture over pork and remaining half over lamb and stir. Slice 1 onion and place in medium bowl; add apricots, orange peel, red wine, vinegar, 1/2 cup whipping cream, and oil; stir to blend. Divide onion-apricot marinade between dish with pork and dish with lamb. Cover both dishes; chill at least 4 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 8 hours ahead. Keep chilled.
  • Cut remaining onion in half crosswise, then cut each half into quarters. Separate quarters into individual onion layers; set aside. Place large fine-mesh strainer over large saucepan. Add pork mixture to strainer and allow marinade to drain into saucepan. Transfer pork to medium bowl. Repeat with lamb mixture, allowing marinade to drain into same saucepan. Transfer lamb to another medium bowl.
  • Alternate pork cubes, marinated dried apricots, onion pieces, and bacon pieces on metal skewers, beginning and ending with pork. Repeat with lamb cubes, alternating lamb, apricots, onion pieces, and bacon pieces on skewers. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill marinade and kebabs separately.
  • Boil marinade in saucepan until reduced to generous 1 1/4 cups, about 6 minutes. Whisk in butter, apricot preserves, remaining 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon curry powder, and 2 tablespoons whipping cream. Continue boiling sauce until thickened to sauce consistency, about 2 minutes. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer 1/2 cup sauce to small bowl and reserve for basting kebabs during grilling. Leave remaining sauce in saucepan and set aside for serving.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush grill rack with olive oil. Grill kebabs 4 minutes; baste kebabs with reserved 1/2 cup sauce. Continue grilling kebabs until browned and cooked medium-rare, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes longer for lamb and 5 minutes longer for pork.
  • Meanwhile, place saucepan with remaining sauce on 1 side of grill to rewarm. Transfer kebabs to platter. Brush warm sauce over kebabs and serve.

Aadan Maxamed
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These kebabs were easy to make and turned out so flavorful. I will definitely be making them again!


Akidulul Islam
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I made these kebabs for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Rohit Sunar
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I've made this recipe many times and it's always a hit. The kebabs are always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Muhammad Ahad
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5 stars! These kebabs are the best I've ever had.


Jawad Dogar
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others. It's easy to follow and the kebabs turn out amazing.


Dan
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These kebabs were delicious! I made them for my family and they all loved them. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the apricots and onions added a nice touch of sweetness.


plates wilfred
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I'm not usually a fan of kebabs, but these were really good. The meat was cooked perfectly and the flavors were great.


Ofe Alhassi
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These kebabs were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.


Ahmad khan 0786
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I've tried many kebab recipes but this one is by far the best. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the apricots and onions added a perfect sweetness and crunch. This recipe is a keeper!


Tanzeela Bhutto
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Loved this recipe! The kebabs were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Osiame Ximba
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These kebabs were so easy to make and they turned out so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again!


Md Ubayed
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. The meat is always so tender and juicy, and the apricots and onions add a great flavor.


dawn harrison
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I made this for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the kebabs and they were gone in no time.


Ghislaine Black
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This recipe was easy to follow and the kebabs turned out amazing! The meat was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible.


Md Raja Islam
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Absolutely delicious! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the apricots and onions added a perfect sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again!