About the Blog - Fragments of a Life

This blog will contain things I have written; some of my best photos; and a selection of my favourite recipes. I am truly fortunate to have traveled to and worked in fascinating places, met remarkable people, and seen many of the wonders of planet earth. Friends have urged me to write about these experiences and to publish my photographs. Maybe, one day, these will come together into a book. For now, they will be presented as fragments of a life since I am not yet prepared to "retire" and write. As well, for many years, I have been promising to publish my "cookbook". As I cannot get my act together to edit that all at once, I will start publishing those recipes one by one.

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Georgian Grilled Lamb with Pomegranate Marinade (Basturma)

I have never been to Georgia, but I love the Georgian dishes I have eaten. This is one of them. Simple but delicious. But then, I love everything made with pomegranates.



2 pounds leg of lamb, boned and cuts into 1½ inch cubes

Marinade

2 cups fresh pomegranate juice
1 small onion, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup virgin olive oil
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 bay leaf, crushed
1 teaspoon ground coriander

Seasoning and garnish

freshly ground black pepper
salt
lemon wedges


  • Prepare the marinade in a large non-reactive bowl (glass or earthenware). 
  • Marinade the lamb at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. 
  • Thread the lamb on skewers and season with salt and pepper. 
  • Broil over a charcoal grill, having oiled the grill, basting with excess sauce about 4-6 minutes per side. (Do not overcook.) 
  • Sprinkle with additional cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.





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