LAMB KEBABS WITH POMEGRANATE-CUMIN GLAZE

Lamb Kebabs with Pomegranate-Cumin Glaze image

Yield Makes 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 cup pomegranate molasses*
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, pressed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pound trimmed boneless leg of lamb, cut into twenty-four 3/4-inch cubes
1 large red bell pepper, cut into twenty-four 3/4-inch squares
24 small metal skewers or bamboo skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes, drained
*Available at some supermarkets, at Middle Eastern markets, and online from adrianascaravan.com.

Steps:

Heat small skillet over medium heat. Add cumin and stir until aromatic and lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Grind cumin in mortar or spice mill. Mix pomegranate molasses, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and cumin in 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add lamb; chill at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.
Remove lamb from marinade. Thread 1 lamb piece and 1 red pepper piece on each skewer; place on baking sheet. Do ahead Can be made up to 2 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Sprinkle kebabs with salt and pepper. Cook, turning often, about 4 minutes for medium-rare.