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Xinjiang Lamb Skewers
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Xinjiang Lamb Skewers

Cumin-and-chili-crusted lamb chunks grilled over live coals until the fat blisters — Silk Road street food.

Smoky30 minServes 4

The method

5 steps · 30 min

  1. 01

    Alternate fat and lean lamb on skewers.

  2. 02

    Grill over hot coals 2 minutes per side to render fat.

  3. 03

    Sprinkle cumin-chili-salt mix; flip and repeat.

  4. 04

    Char until edges crisp and fat runs.

  5. 05

    Rest 1 minute; eat straight off the skewer.

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