Mediterranean Lamb Kebabs with Pomegranate Glaze

Name: Mediterranean Lamb Kebabs with Pomegranate Glaze
Yield: serves 8 as a main course
Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped onion; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons sweet Hungarian paprika; 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses or concentrate; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes; 24 bay leaves; 36 dried Turkish apricot halves, soaked in warm water for 10 minutes; Kosher salt; 1/4 cup chopped pistachio nuts

January 24, 2012

Lamb, pomegranate, and apricots is a classic Mediterranean combination. Pomegranate molasses, which is sometimes called pomegranate concentrate, is a pantry staple in parts of the Mediterranean. It serves as a meat tenderizer as well as a flavor enhancer. Look for it in specialty foods stores, or online (see Resources). Serve this dish with a rice pilaf or couscous. Note: You will need 16 wooden skewers for this recipe.

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