Middle Eastern Kebab Platter

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 lb beef sirloin, cubed
• 1 lb lamb leg, cubed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 1 tbsp coriander
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup grated cucumber
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 2 cups cooked basmati rice
• 1 cup diced cucumber
• 1 cup diced tomato
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. 2.In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, paprika, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Thread beef and lamb cubes onto skewers and brush with spice mixture.
3. 3.Grill kebabs for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked to desired doneness.
4. 4.Meanwhile, in another small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, and mint to make tzatziki sauce.
5. 5.Serve kebabs over cooked basmati rice with cucumber and tomato salad and tzatziki sauce on the side.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightIf using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
• chevron_rightTo make the cucumber and tomato salad ahead of time, simply chop the vegetables and store them in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.