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Grilled Lamb Fajitas
Courtesy of American Lamb Board
Serve With:
tortillas and fresh salsa
Servings: 12
Prep Time: 20 Min.
Cook Time: 12 Min.
Marinate: 4 Hrs.
What you need:
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+ 1 1/2 lb. American lamb leg steaks, cut 1 in. thick
+ 6 green onions
+ 3 fresh poblano or ancho chilies (optional)
+ 1 red bell pepper, halved
+ 1 green pepper, halved
+ 1 yellow pepper, halved
+ 12 medium flour tortillas, warmed
+ fresh salsa
+ Fajita Marinade (see below)

Fajita Marinade:
+ 1/4 c. chopped cilantro or parsley
+ 3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
+ 1 Tbsp. olive oil
+ 1 tsp. ground cumin
+ 1 tsp. chili powder
+ 1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
+ 1/2 tsp salt
+ 1/4 tsp. pepper
+ 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
What to do:
1. In small bowl, prepare fajita marinade: combine all ingredients.
2. Place lamb in glass dish. Pour marinade over lamb, cover and refrigerate 4 to 6 hrs.
3. Grill over medium-hot coals. Cook lamb, onions, chilies and bell peppers 4 in. from coals. Cook steaks 5 to 6 min. per side or to desired degree of doneness: 145°F for medium-rare, 160°F for medium or 170°F for well. Turn vegetables frequently until cooked. 3. Slice lamb steaks and vegetables into 1/4-in.thick slices. Serve on tortillas, top with salsa and roll up.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 326;   Total Fat: 16g;   Cholesterol: 40mg;   Total Carbs: 30g;   Fiber: 1g;   Protein: 15g;   Sodium: 465mg;