Grilled Lamb Fajitas

Grilled Lamb Fajitas

Courtesy of American Lamb Board 12 Servings • 20 Min. Prep Time • 12 Min. Cook Time • 4 Hrs. Marinate Time • tortillas and fresh salsa
Ingredients
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

Directions:

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.

Nutrition:

Calories: 326; Total Fat: 16g; Cholesterol: 40mg; Total Carbs: 30g; Fiber: 1g; Protein: 15g; Sodium: 465mg;