Best 6 Shish Hold The Kabob Spiced Lamb Chops On Sauteed Peppers And Onions With Garlic And Mint Couscous Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Journey with Shish Hold the Kabob: A Symphony of Spiced Lamb Chops and Accompaniments**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with Shish Hold the Kabob, a delectable dish that showcases the harmonious fusion of succulent lamb chops, vibrant sautéed peppers and onions, and aromatic garlic and mint couscous. This enticing entrée promises an explosion of flavors, textures, and colors, tantalizing your taste buds and leaving you craving for more. Discover the secrets behind this culinary masterpiece as we delve into the detailed recipes, guiding you through each step to recreate this extraordinary dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.

**Unravel the Culinary Delights of Shish Hold the Kabob**

1. **Spiced Lamb Chops:**

- Embark on a flavor-filled journey with tender lamb chops, meticulously seasoned with a symphony of spices, including cumin, coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Grill or pan-sear the lamb chops to perfection, achieving a delectable char on the exterior while maintaining a succulent and juicy interior.

2. **Sautéed Peppers and Onions:**

- Create a colorful medley of sautéed bell peppers and onions, adding a vibrant crunch and subtle sweetness to complement the savory lamb chops.
- Let the natural flavors of the peppers and onions shine through as they caramelize in a flavorful blend of olive oil, garlic, and a hint of chili flakes.

3. **Garlic and Mint Couscous:**

- Prepare a fluffy and aromatic garlic and mint couscous, infusing it with the vibrant flavors of fresh mint and the savory depth of garlic.
- Enhance the couscous with a touch of lemon zest and a drizzle of olive oil, creating a light and refreshing accompaniment to the rich lamb chops.

Immerse yourself in the culinary adventure of Shish Hold the Kabob, where the harmonious blend of spiced lamb chops, sautéed peppers and onions, and garlic and mint couscous creates a symphony of flavors and textures that will captivate your senses.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHISH KABOB WITH YOGURT SAUCE AND LEMON-OLIVE COUSCOUS



Shish Kabob with Yogurt Sauce and Lemon-Olive Couscous image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h18m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon dried oregano or marjoram
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons grill seasoning, (recommended: Montreal Steak Seasoning by McCormick)
2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 large onion, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 green bell peppers, seeded and cut into bite-sized pieces
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups Greek plain yogurt
2 cloves garlic, peeled and grated or minced
1/4 cup finely chopped mint leaves, a handful
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley leaves, a handful
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 tablespoon butter
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups couscous
1 cup pitted and chopped green olives
Toasted pita, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high or broiler with oven rack set on second level from the top of oven.
  • Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, just eyeball the amount, with spices and grill seasoning in a shallow bowl or dish. Add lamb to seasonings and coat evenly in the mixture. Skewer the meat on metal skewers and let sit for 10 minutes. Cook on a hot grill or under the broiler for 7 to 8 minutes for medium-rare.
  • Thread the onions and peppers onto skewers, drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on grill or under the broiler for 12 to 15 minutes or until tender.
  • Combine yogurt with garlic, mint and parsley.
  • In a sauce pot toast pine nuts over medium heat, remove and reserve. Add butter, zest of lemon, and chicken stock to pot and bring to a boil. Stir couscous and olives, cover the pot and remove from heat. Let the couscous stand 5 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork and toss in the pine nuts.
  • Stir the lemon juice into yogurt to thin.
  • Serve meat and vegetables with dipping sauce, couscous and toasted pita alongside.

PISTACHIO, GARLIC AND MINT COUSCOUS



Pistachio, Garlic and Mint Couscous image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup shelled pistachio nuts
2 tablespoons EVOO
2 cloves garlic, grated or finely chopped
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups couscous
Salt and pepper
1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Toast the nuts in a saucepot suitable for rice. Remove to a food processor and finely chop. Reserve.
  • Add the EVOO and garlic to the pot and stir 1 to 2 minutes. Add the stock and bring to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover the pot, turn off the heat and let stand 5 minutes. Meanwhile, pulse-chop the mint in food processor very fine. Stir the mint and reserved ground nuts into the couscous as you fluff with a fork.

LAMB SHISH KABOBS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h17m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound cubed leg of lamb
1/2 lemon, juiced
Olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped finely
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped finely
Skewers, if wooden soak in water for about 15 to 20 minutes

Steps:

  • Mix together a marinade of lemon, oil, oregano, and garlic. Add meat and let marinate for 2 to 3 hours in the refrigerator. Remove meat from the marinade and thread on skewers. Place on a hot grill, turning a few times, for 10 to 15 minutes.

SHISH KABOB (GRILLED MARINATED LAMB SKEWERS)



Shish Kabob (Grilled Marinated Lamb Skewers) image

Provided by Food Network

Time 8h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup Retsina (Greek wine, available in some liquor stores)
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup freshly-squeezed lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, crushed
4 parsley sprigs, chopped
Salt and pepper
1 teaspoon dried or powdered marjoram
3 pounds boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Combine wine, olive oil. lemon juice, garlic and parsley. Add lamb and toss to coat well. Cover and set aside to marinate, refrigerated, for 8 hours. Preheat grill or broiler to high. Drain lamb, reserving marinade in a small bowl. Pat meat dry with paper towels and spear 5 pieces on each metal skewer. Season generously with salt, pepper and marjoram and grill 10 to 15 minutes, basting several times with marinade, until well-browne;

SPICED LAMB CHOPS ON SAUTEED PEPPERS AND ONIONS WITH GARLIC AND MINT COUSCOUS



Spiced Lamb Chops on Sauteed Peppers and Onions with Garlic and Mint Couscous image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 loin lamb chops
Coarse salt and coarse black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1/3 palm full
2 teaspoons ground coriander, 1/3 palm full
2 teaspoons sweet paprika, 1/3 palm full
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 green bell peppers, seeded and cubed, 1-inch pieces
1 large yellow skinned onion, cubed, 1-inch pieces
1 cup grape tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, a couple of handfuls
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups couscous
5 or 6 sprigs fresh mint, finely chopped, about 3 tablespoons

Steps:

  • Cover the chops with waxed paper or plastic and whack each chop with the heel of your palm to flatten it out. Season chops with salt and pepper on both sides. Combine cumin, coriander and paprika and sprinkle the mixture evenly over chops. Pat the spices in place and wash up. Let chops stand 15 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan. Add peppers and onions. Season the vegetables with salt and pepper and cook together 5 minutes, then add grape tomatoes and continue to cook until skins begin to burst on tomatoes. Add half the flat-leaf parsley to the skillet and toss. Transfer vegetables to a platter and cover with loose foil to hold heat.
  • Place a tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil in a small pot for couscous, just eyeball the amount. Heat oil over medium heat and add garlic. Saute garlic 1 minute then add the pine nuts to toast a little. Add chicken stock to the pot and bring it up to a boil. Add couscous, remove from heat, and cover the pot. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Return skillet to stove and add another tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, a turn of the pan. Add lamb chops to skillet and sear 2 to 3 minutes on each side for medium rare, cook 4 minutes on each side for medium well chops. Place chops on top of the peppers and onions.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork and stir in mint and the remaining parsley. Pass couscous at the table. It makes a nice bed for the veggies and lamb to catch all the juices.

LAMB SHISH KABOBS



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The delicious taste of these kabobs comes from the lively marinade of wine, lemon juice, rosemary, and garlic. Time does not include marinating time.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup red wine
1 lemon, juice only
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 lbs lean lamb fillets, cut into 1-inch cubes
24 cherry tomatoes
24 mushrooms
24 small onions

Steps:

  • Combine oil, wine, lemon juice, garlic, salt, rosemary, and pepper; pour over lamb, tomatoes, mushrooms, and onions, ; Marinate in refridgerate for several hours or overnight.
  • Put together skerwers of lamb, onions, mushrooms, and tomatoes; Broil 3 inches from heat for 15 minutes turning every 5 minutes; can be done in oven or on outside grill.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality lamb chops. Look for chops that are well-marinated and have a good amount of fat.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the lamb chops in a grill pan or even in a regular skillet.
  • Be sure to cook the lamb chops over medium-high heat so that they get a nice sear.
  • Don't overcook the lamb chops. They should be cooked to medium-rare or medium, depending on your preference.
  • The sautéed peppers and onions are a great accompaniment to the lamb chops. They add a bit of sweetness and crunch.
  • The garlic and mint couscous is a light and fluffy side dish that pairs well with the lamb chops.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Shish Hold the Kabob: Spiced Lamb Chops on Sautéed Peppers and Onions with Garlic and Mint Couscous is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The lamb chops are tender and flavorful, the peppers and onions are sweet and crunchy, and the couscous is light and fluffy. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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