Arrosticini abruzzesi (Grilled Lamb Skewers)
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 kilo 2 lbs boneless mature lamb leg or shoulder, or both (see Notes)
- salt
For serving:
- best quality rustic bread cut into thick slices
- olive oil
Instructions
- Cut the lamb into small cubes, then thread them, tightly packed, onto wood or bamboo skewers.
- Each skewer should weigh about 20-30 grams (about 1 ounce). When you buy them pre=made they come in perfectly formed cubes. Our homemade arrosticini won't be so perfect but every bit as tasty.
- Prepare a charcoal grill. When the charcoal has ashed over, spread out the coals in a row across the grill about 8 inches wide.
- First, grill the bread slices quickly on both sides. Set aside and drizzle with olive oil.
- Then grill the skewers until cooked through and nicely browned on both sides, turning them from time to time.
- Sprinkle your arrosticini generously with sea salt and serve right away. accompanied by grilled bread
Notes
Unless you're using a fornacella, it's a good idea to soak your skewers for at least 30 minutes before using to avoid burning them. The heat of the fire will probably singe them anyway, but it will at least prevent them from incinerating.