Name: Lamb Kebabs with Mint Pesto
Cook time: 1 hour
Total time: 3 hours
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves; 1/2 cup (packed) fresh cilantro leaves; 2 tablespoons pine nuts; 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 medium garlic clove, peeled; 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt; 1/2 cup (or more) extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil plus additional for brushing; 4 large garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds, ground in spice mill or in mortar with pestle; 2 pounds trimmed boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/4-inch cubes; 2 large red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch squares; 1 large red onion, cut into 1-inch squares; 6 to 8 metal skewers

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Lamb Kebabs with Mint PestoJosé Picayo

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