Sharmoula bil Lahm (Libyan Marinated Meat Sharmoula)
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 12 of 13 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 12 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Lamb | 100g cooked | 294 |
| Beef | 100g cooked | 250 |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Lemon | juice of 1 lemon (48ml) | 12 |
| Cumin | 1 tsp ground (2.1g) | 8 |
| Clove | 1 tsp ground (2g) | 7 |
| Cayenne | 1 tsp (1.8g) | 6 |
| Black Pepper | 1 tsp ground (2.3g) | 6 |
| Garlic | 1 clove (3g) | 4 |
| Parsley | 1 tbsp chopped fresh (3.8g) | 1 |
| Cilantro | 1 tbsp chopped fresh (1g) | 1 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| Coriander | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 4 cloves of garlic , minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (adjust according to spice preference)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs ) boneless beef or lamb cubes
- Fresh parsley or cilantro , chopped , for garnish
Directions
In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, paprika, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a smooth marinade .
Add the beef or lamb cubes to the marinade and toss them until they are evenly coated. Ensure that each piece of meat is well covered with the marinade.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the meat to absorb the marinade.
Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated meat onto skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece.
Place the skewers on the grill or grill pan and cook for approximately 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
While grilling, brush any remaining marinade onto the meat for added flavor and moisture.
Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro before serving.