Lamb Shish Kebab and Rice

What’s the difference between shish and doner?

Everyone’s heard of both types of kebabs, but sometimes, people still get them confused. To break it down simply, here’s the difference: A doner kebab is made from slices of meat, cooked on a rotating spit. A shish kebab, on the other hand, is made from pieces of meat which are placed on a thin wooden or metallic stick and grilled.

What lamb cut is best for a kebab?

A lot of chefs prefer to use a lamb sirloin or a boneless lamb shoulder for kebabs. These cuts have just the right amount of fat to allow for a juicy and succulent texture that’s also rich in flavor, especially when combined with peppers and onion.

What goes well with lamb shish kebab?

Maybe it’s better to ask, what doesn’t go well with meat on a stick? To contrast with the meat and diversify the textures and flavors of the meal, a popular choice is salad. You could go for a grilled zucchini salad, potato salad, couscous with feta and red peppers, and plenty more. Check out these Tasty Salad Dressing Recipes for some fantastic options!

More Meaty Meals

If you can’t get enough delicious meaty meals, we don’t blame you! Here are just a few suggestions of other recipes you can cook up to make meal time meaty for everyone at the dinner table!

This Chicken Shawarma and Turmeric Couscous Salad is bursting with mouthwatering middle-eastern flavors. It makes a great main course any day of the week, and goes down a treat with halloumi, fresh vegetables, cheese and hummus, with some tahini sauce on top to top it all off!

For another meaty meal, prepared in the same way as a shish kebab, see this Tri-Color Couscous with Grilled Beef Skewers Recipe. This dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser on any fun summer evening!