Tamarind-Honey Lamb Kebabs on Mashed Yams
Tamarind-Honey Lamb Kebabs on Mashed Yams is a flavorful Middle Eastern Middle Eastern Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Stir first 5 ingredients in bowl to blend.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionStir first 5 ingredients in bowl to blend.
Pierce yams with fork.
Microwave on high until tender, about 12 minutes, turning once.
Cut yams lengthwise in half; scoop flesh into microwave-safe bowl.
Add butter; mash.
Season with salt and pepper.
Meanwhile, preheat broiler.
Line large rimmed baking sheet with foil; place rack on sheet.
Transfer 1/2 cup tamarind glaze to large bowl.
Add lamb; stir to coat.
Let stand 5 to 10 minutes.
Thread 5 pieces of lamb onto each of 4 skewers.
Sprinkle with salt.
Brush with some of remaining glaze.
Broil lamb to desired doneness, occasionally brushing with glaze, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare.
Rewarm yams in microwave, about 2 minutes.
Divide yams among 4 plates; top yams with lamb skewers.
*Chili-garlic sauce is slightly salty, spicy, and pungent; it can be found in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets and at some specialty foods stores and Asian markets.
**Tamarind concentrate, a dark, seedless paste, is available at Middle Eastern, Indian, and some Asian markets.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.