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Nyama Choma: Kenyan Grilled Meat Delight

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs approximately 1 kg goat meat or beef, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Juice of 2 lemons🍋
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced🧄
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste🧂
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish🌿

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, vegetable oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create the marinade.
  • Add the meat pieces to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using charcoal, ensure the coals are hot and have a light coating of ash.
  • Thread the marinated meat onto skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece to ensure even cooking.
  • Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for approximately 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked to your desired level of doneness and has a nice char on the outside.
  • Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let the meat rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.