A little extra prep goes a long way with these delectable bites from Chef Camille Rodriguez!
Lamb and seasoning
1 rack of American lamb
1 tbsp coriander seeds
2 tbsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp fennel seeds
1 tbsp spicy paprika
1 pinch saffron threads
4 garlic, roughly chopped
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon
Whipped Feta
1 lb feta
1 cup crème fraiche
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
2 tsp honey
1.50 tbsp lemon juice
0.50 tsp black pepper
Lamb and seasoning prep
1Remove the bones and cut meat into 2 inch cubes.
2Toast the coriander, cumin and fennel seeds in a dry pan.
3Combine all ingredients (except the lemon) and marinate lamb overnight.
4Skewer lamb and season with salt and pepper.
5Set the grill to medium high heat.
6Cook the lamb for 4 minutes per side or to an internal temperature between 140-145°F.
7Squeeze lemon juice over the lamb.
Whipped Feta
8Add feta to food processor and blend till broken down a bit.
9Add the rest of the ingredients and combine till fully incorporated.
Shopping list:
1 Rack of Lamb
Coriander seeds
Cumin Seed
Fennel Seed
Hot Paprika
Saffron Threads
Garlic Cloves
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 lemon
Smoked Paprika
Feta Cheese
Crème Fraiche
Onion powder
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt
Lemon Juice
Honey
Ingredients
Lamb and seasoning
1 rack of American lamb
1 tbsp coriander seeds
2 tbsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp fennel seeds
1 tbsp spicy paprika
1 pinch saffron threads
4 garlic, roughly chopped
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon
Whipped Feta
1 lb feta
1 cup crème fraiche
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
2 tsp honey
1.50 tbsp lemon juice
0.50 tsp black pepper
Directions
Lamb and seasoning prep
1Remove the bones and cut meat into 2 inch cubes.
2Toast the coriander, cumin and fennel seeds in a dry pan.
3Combine all ingredients (except the lemon) and marinate lamb overnight.
4Skewer lamb and season with salt and pepper.
5Set the grill to medium high heat.
6Cook the lamb for 4 minutes per side or to an internal temperature between 140-145°F.
7Squeeze lemon juice over the lamb.
Whipped Feta
8Add feta to food processor and blend till broken down a bit.
9Add the rest of the ingredients and combine till fully incorporated.
Marinated Lamb Pincho with Whipped Feta
