Spicy Cumin Lamb Skewers (Yang Rou Chuan) Recipe

Name: Spicy Cumin Lamb Skewers (Yang Rou Chuan) Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon red chili flakes; 1 tablespoon whole cumin seed; 2 teaspoons whole fennel seed; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 teaspoons granulated garlic; 2 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, meat cut into 1-inch pieces (see note); 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil; 2 teaspoons Shaoxing wine; Bamboo skewers, soaked in water at least 2 hours and up to overnight

Prep 10m

Cook 35m

Total 45m

This spicy cumin lamb skewers recipe, also known as Yang Rou Chuan, features tender boneless lamb shoulder marinated in a flavorful blend of red chili flakes, cumin, fennel, and garlic. The meat is then skewered and grilled to perfection, making for a delicious and satisfying dish with a kick of spice.

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Ingredients

(Servings: 8)

1 tablespoon red chili flakes

1 tablespoon whole cumin seed

2 teaspoons whole fennel seed

1 teaspoon kosher salt

2 teaspoons granulated garlic

2 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, meat cut into 1-inch pieces (see note)

1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil

2 teaspoons Shaoxing wine

Bamboo skewers, soaked in water at least 2 hours and up to overnight

Nutrition Facts

Calories

400kcal

20%
Fat

27g

1%
Saturated Fat

10g

0%
Carbohydrates

7g

0%
Fiber

2g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

32g

1%
Cholesterol

100mg

5%
Sodium

300mg

15%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Spicy Cumin Lamb Skewers (Yang Rou Chuan) Recipe

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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