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Moroccan Rose Harissa Lamb Skewers with Pomegranate Glaze

Name: Moroccan Rose Harissa Lamb Skewers with Pomegranate Glaze
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 lb lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 tbsp rose harissa paste; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup pomegranate juice; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tsp balsamic vinegar; A pinch of salt; Wooden or metal skewers; 1 red onion, cut into wedges; 1 green bell pepper, cut into squares; 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds

Delight in the sweet and spicy flavors of tender lamb skewers infused with harissa and a luscious pomegranate glaze.

4.6(705 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 3, 2026

Moroccan Rose Harissa Lamb Skewers with Pomegranate Glaze — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Lamb Marinade

For the Pomegranate Glaze

For the Skewers

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 431 kcal
Protein: 32 g
Carbs: 25.5 g
Fat: 22.75 g
Fiber: 2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1725 kcal
Protein: 128 g
Carbs: 102 g
Fat: 91 g
Fiber: 8 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb lamb leg cut into 1-inch cubes	890	120	0	45	0
2 tbsp rose harissa paste	80	1	6	5	2
3 tbsp olive oil	360	0	0	41	0
1 tbsp lemon juice	4	0	1	0	0
1 tsp ground cumin	8	0	1	0	0
1 tsp ground coriander	5	0	1	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1 cup pomegranate juice	140	2	34	0	0
2 tbsp honey	128	0	34	0	0
1 tsp balsamic vinegar	5	0	1	0	0
A pinch of salt	0	0	0	0	0
Wooden or metal skewers	0	0	0	0	0
1 red onion cut into wedges	48	1	11	0	3
1 green bell pepper cut into squares	24	1	6	0	2
1 zucchini sliced into thick rounds	33	3	7	0	1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Lamb

1
Combine Marinade Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine rose harissa paste, olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.
2
Coat the Lamb
Add the lamb cubes, mixing well to coat each piece.
3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld.

Preparing the Glaze

1
Mix Ingredients
In a small saucepan, mix pomegranate juice, honey, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt.
2
Simmer
Bring to a simmer over medium heat, reducing until thickened and syrup-like.
Tip: Do not over-reduce the pomegranate glaze, as it can become too sticky.
3
Set Aside
Remove from heat and set aside.
Tip: To bring out the flavors, let the glaze cool slightly before using.

How to Make Moroccan Rose Harissa Lamb Skewers with Pomegranate Glaze

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Grilling the Skewers
Thread marinated lamb, onion, bell pepper, and zucchini onto skewers. Grill until lamb is cooked through.
2
Brushing the Glaze
During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the pomegranate glaze onto the skewers.
3
Resting the Skewers
Let the skewers rest off the heat for a couple of minutes before serving.