Fragrant, spiced lamb skewers inspired by Middle Eastern shawarma, cooked quickly in the air fryer for a flavour-packed meal or snack.

Preparation Time: 12 minutes
Cooking Time: 8 minutes

Ingredients

  • 450g minced lamb (about 1 pound)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon fennel seeds
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 bamboo skewers (23cm/9-inch)

Instructions

  1. Mix the Meat:
    Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well by hand.
  2. Form Skewers:
    Shape about 85g (3 oz) of the lamb mixture around each skewer. Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat Air Fryer:
    Preheat to 200°C.
  4. Cook:
    Place skewers in the air fryer basket. Select “Steak” and cook for 8 minutes.
  5. Serve & Enjoy:
    Serve with lemon yoghurt dressing or as they are.