Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb
Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb features yogurt, lemon, and warm spices that tenderize the meat and lend a tangy, aromatic kick. The skewers char lightly on the grill, balancing smoky edges with juicy, well-spiced bites. Ideal for cookouts or festive dinners, it pairs beautifully with flatbread or rice and a bright cilantro chutney.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves10
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 60 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 7 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 22
- Heart Health
- 81
- Metabolic
- 32
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 59
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Whisk yogurt, lemon juice, onion, garlic, ginger, garam masala, paprika, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper in a bowl until well combined.
- 2
Add the lamb and salt to the marinade; stir until the lamb pieces are evenly coated. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
- 3
Thread the lamb pieces onto skewers so they barely touch. Wipe off any excess marinade with a paper towel. Brush with vegetable oil and sprinkle with salt.
- 4
Preheat the grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 5
Grill the skewers over medium heat until the lamb springs back when pressed, about 5 to 7 minutes per side.
- 6
Garnish with red onions, lemon wedges, and chopped cilantro as desired.
- Calories 319.07 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 30.14 g Good Source 60%
- Carbohydrate 12.38 g 5%
- Total Fat 17.44 g High 22%
- Saturated Fat 6.19 g High 31%
- Trans Fat 0.48 g High --
- Cholesterol 91.32 mg High 30%
- Sodium 513.57 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 4.17 g Moderate 15%
- Total Sugars 3.48 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 140.76 mg Moderate 11%
- Iron 2.91 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 398.36 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin A 53.68 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 30.37 mg Good Source 34%
- Vitamin D 0.18 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb is an Indian dinner recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 10, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Coriander Chutney, Diced Yellow Onion, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 319.07 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb?
- It is an Indian recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Coriander Chutney, Diced Yellow Onion, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Ginger. The full list of 17 is above.
- What goes well with Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb?
- Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb?
- About 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 319.07 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb healthy?
- Grilled "Tandoori" Lamb has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 319.07 calories and 30.14 g of protein, or 60% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 513.57 mg (22% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.19 g (31% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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