Honey BBQ Lamb Tacos with Cucumber Pico

Transform your leftover lamb ribs into a brand-new culinary delight with these Honey BBQ Lamb Tacos. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal, these tacos combine the rich flavors of seasoned lamb with the refreshing crunch of cucumber pico. Get ready to experience a fun twist on classic tacos!

Ingredients

For the Lamb:
🥩 2 cups leftover lamb ribs, chopped
🍯 2 tablespoons honey
🔥 3 tablespoons BBQ sauce
🥄 1 tablespoon mustard
🌿 1 teaspoon thyme
🌿 1 teaspoon rosemary
🧂 1 teaspoon garlic salt
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌑 1 teaspoon black pepper
🍋 Juice of 1 lemon
🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Cucumber Pico:
🥒 1 cucumber, diced
🍅 2 tomatoes, diced
🧅 1 small red onion, diced
🌿 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🧂 Salt, to taste
🌶️ Black pepper, to taste
🌮 Soft or hard taco shells

Instructions

1- Prepare the Lamb:

• In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the chopped lamb ribs to the pan.
• In a small bowl, mix honey, BBQ sauce, mustard, thyme, rosemary, garlic salt, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, and lemon juice.
• Pour the seasoning mix over the lamb, stirring well to coat all pieces.
• Cook for 5-7 minutes until the lamb is heated through and caramelized.

2- Make the Cucumber Pico:

• In a medium bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
• Add lime juice, salt, and black pepper, then mix until well incorporated.

3- Assemble the Tacos:

• Warm the taco shells according to package instructions.
• Fill each shell with a generous portion of the seasoned lamb.
• Top with cucumber pico.

4- Serve:

• Serve immediately while the lamb is hot, and enjoy the refreshing taste of the cucumber pico contrasting with the rich lamb flavors.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Calories: About 400 per serving
Proteins: 22g per serving
Fats: 18g per serving
Carbohydrates: 35g per serving
Equipment: Pan, Bowl, Spoon

Cooking Tips:

• Feel free to add more spices to the lamb according to your taste preference.
• You can use leftover roasted lamb instead if ribs are not available.
• For added flavor, try grilling the taco shells before filling.

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Honey BBQ Lamb Tacos