Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      pounds        boneless lamb steak cut into 1-in cubes
   3      medium        onions -- quartered
   1      teaspoon      salt
   1      teaspoon      ground cumin seed
     1/4  teaspoon      pepper
     1/4  cup           cognac arak -- or dry red wine

Preparation:

1. Mix everything together and marinate for 1 to 1-1/2 hrs. This distributes flavors and tenderizes meat. 2. Put 4 pieces of lamb alternating w/onion quarters on each metal skewers. Grill over charcoal, traditional method, for 10 minutes, or to taste: rare, medium, or well-done. Serve warm w/other Afghan foods.