Sicilian pistachio-crusted lamb rump skewers
Air fryer skewers for an easy dinner
Serves
4
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
16 mins
Who can be bothered juggling lots of pots and pans midweek, so we’ve got you covered! Sicilian pistachio-crusted lamb rump skewers are a clever midweek hack for busy families who still want a meal with a bit of flair.
The air fryer takes care of business while you wrangle the kids or set the table, and before you know it you’ve got golden, juicy lamb is on the plate. The crunchy pistachio coating keeps things interesting, and the whole dish is ready faster than you can say “takeaway.” Add a fresh salad on the side and watch everyone come running to the table!
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500g Quality Mark lamb rumps
cut into 2-3cm cubes½ cup shelled pistachios
finely chopped2 Tbsp fresh breadcrumbs
1 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
zest of 1 orange
2 garlic cloves
finely minced2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
plus extra for brushing1 Tbsp fresh mint
chopped1 tsp dried oregano
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 - 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
for coatingmetal skewers or wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes
Method
In a bowl, combine olive oil, orange zest, minced garlic, mint, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Add the lamb rump cubes, toss well to coat, cover, and marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
Mix together pistachios, breadcrumbs, parmesan, a pinch of salt, pepper, and a little extra orange zest in a shallow dish.
Remove lamb from marinade and pat slightly dry with paper towel.
Brush each lamb piece lightly with Dijon mustard to help the crust stick.
Roll each lamb cube in the pistachio mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crust evenly.
Thread 4–5 crusted lamb pieces onto each skewer.
Preheat the air fryer to 200°C.
Lightly brush or spray the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking.
Place the lamb skewers in a single layer in the basket. Do not overcrowd, cook in batches if necessary.
Cook for 8 minutes, then carefully turn the skewers over.
Continue cooking for another 6–8 minutes until the crust is golden and the lamb reaches your preferred doneness (medium rare is ideal for lamb rump).
Let the skewers rest for 3–5 minutes before serving.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve with a fresh Sicilian-style tomato and cucumber salad dressed with lemon and olive oil.
- Offer lemon wedges on the side for a citrusy finish.
- Optional: drizzle with a little honey for a hint of sweet complexity.
Nutrition Information per Serving (173g)
This nutrition analysis is based on 4 serves.
