Soy-Free Lamb Tikka

Experience the bold, aromatic flavors of this Soy-Free Lamb Tikka, a delightful twist on the classic Indian dish, perfect for those avoiding soy-based ingredients. This recipe features tender lamb shoulder marinated in a rich blend of Greek yogurt, ground spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala, and the fresh zest of lemon juice, garlic, and ginger. Marinated overnight for maximum flavor, the lamb is then grilled to perfection, yielding juicy, lightly charred skewers infused with a smoky, spiced aroma. Ready in under an hour (excluding marinating time), this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve your lamb tikka with warm naan, fluffy basmati rice, and cooling cucumber raita for an irresistible soy-free feast that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Lamb shoulder
• 200 grams Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 4 units Garlic cloves
• 1 inch Ginger
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Cut the lamb shoulder into 1-inch cubes and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, crushed garlic cloves, grated ginger, ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, paprika, turmeric powder, black pepper, and salt.

Step 3

Mix the marinade ingredients thoroughly until you have a homogenous mixture.

Step 4

Add the lamb cubes to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for deeper flavor infusion.

Step 5

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 6

Skewer the marinated lamb pieces onto metal or pre-soaked wooden skewers, ensuring even spacing for thorough cooking.

Step 7

Brush the lamb tikka with vegetable oil on all sides to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Grill the lamb skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes to ensure even cooking, until the lamb is nicely charred on the outside and cooked through to your liking.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove from the grill and let the lamb tikka rest for a few minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with naan or basmati rice and a side of cucumber raita or mint chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(807.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1839.6

Total Fat 135.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 506.7mg	0%
Sodium 2874.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 122.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 358.7mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 1972.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.4%

Protein: 27.1%

Carbs: 5.6%