Servings
Font
Back
Chinese Lamb Skewers (Yang Rou Chuan’r, 羊肉串儿)
5 from 34 votes

Chinese Lamb Skewers (Yang Rou Chuan’r, 羊肉串儿)

Chinese Lamb Skewers, or Yang Rou Chuan’r, consist of marinated lamb cubes threaded onto skewers and grilled over hot charcoal for a smoky flavor. Seasoned with onion, salt, chili, and cumin powder, the dish balances tender meat with aromatic spices and slight charring. The grilling technique ensures even cooking and a juicy texture with flavorful charred edges.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Marinate
40 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 10 skewers
Calories: 79 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

  • 700 g lamb about 1.5 lb, ideally containing 25% fat
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon cumin powder

Instructions

    Cup of Yum
  1. Cut the lamb into cubes (1½-2 cm / ½ in). Put into a bowl. Mix with onion and salt. Leave to marinate for at least 40 mins.
  2. Light up charcoal in your grill. While waiting for the flame to subside, thread the lamb onto the skewers. Evenly distribute the lean pieces and fatty ones (discard the onion).
  3. When the charcoal glows and there’s no more visible flame, place the skewers over the cooking grid. Flip frequently to sear the meat evenly.
  4. Once the meat turns pale, sprinkle chili powder and cumin powder all over.
  5. Divide the skewers into two parts and hold them with each hand. Dab and rub one lot over another. This will help the oil generated from the fat to flow onto the lean meat.
  6. Continue cooking until the meat browns evenly and there’s no pinkness on the surface (do not overcook). Remove from the heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1skewer Calories 79kcal (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 skewers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 79

% Daily Value*

Serving 1skewer
Calories 79kcal 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.