7 Grilled Lamb Kabob Recipes

lamb kabobs with pineapple, bell peppers, and tomatoes
Photo: Michael Pitts

Get outside and fire up the grill — these lamb kabobs and skewers are sure to be a hit at your next summer barbecue. From Mediterannean-inspired skewers with fruits and veggies to traditional Chinese street fare, you'll find exactly what you're looking for in this collection of our best lamb kabobs.

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Summer Lamb Kabobs

lamb kabobs with pineapple, bell peppers, and tomatoes
Michael Pitts

A marinade made with Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, black pepper, rosemary, sage, and garlic makes this lamb wonderfully flavorful and moist.

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Moroccan Lamb Kabobs

Moroccan Lamb Kabobs
Caroline C

"Absolutely sensational," raves reviewer FaizahB. "My husband who loves lamb couldn't resist taking thirds. The raisins add such a bright accent to the meat."

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Kofta Kebabs

Kofta Kebabs
moaa

"These were phenomenal," says reviewer Jazzy Woman. "I made them in the summer on the grill. My husband couldn't stop raving about them. Adult kids loved them as well."

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Spicy Chinese Cumin Lamb Skewers

skewers with spicy lamb pieces
Wayne He

"While kebabs are cooked all over the world, this version is traditional Chinese street fare made with cumin and lamb," says reviewer Wayne He. "Enjoy it with cold beer as great way to start the evening."

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Armenian Shish Kabob

Armenian Shish Kabob
markmathosian

"Great dish," according to reviewer aubriek. "Very easy to make and delicious!! The meat comes out tasting wonderful and very tender — even after my husband cooked it just a tad too long!"

06 of 08

Indian Style Sheekh Kabab

Indian Style Sheekh Kabab
Indian Style Sheekh Kabab. Allrecipes

Ground lamb is seasoned with a flavorful mix of fresh mint leaves, cilantro, ginger paste, green chile paste, cumin, coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

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Bob's Kabobs

ground beef kabobs on wooden skewers over a bed of vegetables
Bob's Kabobs. Chef John

"Most people think of chunks of meat on a skewer when they think of kabobs, but here I'm showing the other style of kabob, also known as kofta," says Chef John. "Now that grilling season is upon us, this is definitely something you're going to work into the rotation."

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