Name: Authentic Kaorou (Chinese Cumin Lamb Skewers)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: China
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless leg of lamb or shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon toasted cumin seeds, coarsely ground; 1 tablespoon cumin powder; 1 tablespoon chili powder or Korean chili flakes (gochugaru); 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon ground white pepper; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2-inch piece fresh ginger, grated; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish); 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish); Wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes)

Kaorou 🇨🇳 China

A Chinese dish featuring skewers of grilled meat seasoned with cumin and other spices.

seasoned skewered

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Grilled meat skewers cumin spices

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