How to Make Haitian Epis Lamb Skewers at Your Next Barbecue

How to Make Haitian Epis Lamb Skewers at Your Next Barbecue

Looking for something new and exciting to serve for your next family get-together? Then this recipe will surely become one of your staples for upcoming barbecue parties! Marinated in flavorful Haitian Epis, these lamb skewers are tender, smoky, and easy to prepare. Follow along with this simple, yet impressive, recipe. You won’t regret it!

The Necessary Ingredients

To make around 10 skewers, you’ll need:

  • 1.3 pounds of lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 medium red onions, both cut into 1-inch chunks
  • Around 5 ounces of Haitian Epis paste
  • A teaspoon of smoked paprika
  • A teaspoon of black pepper
  • A teaspoon of Maldon salt flakes

Haitian Epis paste

To make some dipping sauce for serving from the Haitian Epis paste, you’ll require:

  • Around 7 ounces of Haitian Epis paste
  • One teaspoon of Maldon salt flakes
  • A teaspoon of black pepper
  • Two tablespoons of olive oil

Marinate for Optimal Flavor

Start by seasoning the lamb along with the red onion by placing them in a bowl and adding a teaspoon each of Maldon salt flakes, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Toss to combine and then add 4 teaspoons of the Haitian Epis paste. Mix thoroughly to coat the meat and onions. Let the meat marinate for 30 minutes or, ideally, overnight.

Prep and Grill the Lamb Skewers

Preheat your grill to medium-high or around 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Assemble the lamb skewers, alternating between meat and onion in a one-to-one ratio. Three to four pieces of onion and meat should fit on one skewer. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for around 10 minutes. Use tongs to flip the skewers every 2-3 minutes.

Haitian Epis Lamb Skewers As the skewers are cooking, make a dipping sauce from the Haitian Epis paste. Simply heat up the olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add the prepared Haitian Epis and seasoning. Stir occasionally and cook for 5-7 minutes. The paste will turn thicker and darker green. The perfect addition to delicious skewers!