Pinchos Morunos Recipe
Grilled leg of lamb skewers in red wine
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Skewers
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the red wine, olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, ground coriander, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
Add the cubed leg of lamb to the marinade. Toss to ensure all pieces are well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
Skewer Assembly
- 3
After marinating, remove the lamb from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- 4
Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating with pieces of bell pepper and red onion.
- 5
Leave a small gap between the pieces for even cooking.
Cooking
Serving
- 9
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 10
Serve the pinchos morunos with a side of your choice, such as rice or a fresh salad.

