Turkish Lamb Shish Kebabs

Ingredients

• Wooden skewers - 8
• Cherry tomatoes - 12
• Bell peppers - 2, cut into chunks
• Red onion - 1, cut into chunks
• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1/4 cup
• Lamb leg or shoulder - 1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
2. Add the lamb cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto the wooden skewers, alternating with chunks of red onion, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes.
5. Grill the kebabs for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked to your desired doneness and the vegetables are tender.
6. Remove from the grill and let the kebabs rest for a few minutes before serving.
7. Serve the Turkish lamb shish kebabs with rice, salad, and a side of tzatziki sauce.