Arrosticini – Abruzzese lamb skewers
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This arrosticini recipe makes a sublime barbecue dish for summer. These simple lamb skewers frequently grace dinner tables in the region of Abruzzo, which is famous for its host of lamb dishes.
Ingredients
Arrosticini
- 700g of lamb shoulder, or mutton, diced into 2–3cm cubes
- 1 sprig of rosemary
- olive oil
- sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper
Equipment
- Skewers (8)
- Barbecue or chargrill pan
Method
1
Place the lamb in a bowl with the rosemary and olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Mix well and set aside while you preheat a barbecue for direct cooking
2
If using wooden skewers, leave to soak in cold water for at least 20 minutes, to prevent them burning during cooking
3
Thread the lamb onto the skewers neatly, ensuring an even distribution between fat and meat
4
Once the coals in the barbecue have turned an ashy white, cook the skewers for 2–3 minutes, turning them halfway through
5
Serve hot with pepperoncini and crusty bread with good quality olive oil
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