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Calabrian Grilled Kid - - Capretto alla Griglia

By Kyle Phillips, About.com

A simple, tasty Calabrian grilled kid recipe. To serve 6 you'll need:

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 4 1/2 pounds (2 k) kid or lamb, chopped into pieces.
  • A bunch of fresh oregano
  • To season: Olive oil
  • Strong red wine vinegar
  • Salt & freshly ground pepper

Preparation:

Build a fire in your barbecue -- charcoal is best, though gas will work if that's what you have -- and in the meantime, mix olive oil, vinegar and salt to taste in a bowl.

When the coals have caught and are hot but not searing -- you should be able to hold your hand above them at grill height for 6 to 7 seconds -- set the pieces of meat on the grill and baste them with the condiment, using the bunch of oregano as a brush. Turn them frequently, basting when you turn them.

Exactly how long to cook them depends upon your fire and your preference; Italians generally cook lamb until it is well done, and I have found I prefer it that way. In any case, serve them hot.

A wine?
Rivera's Rupìcolo Castel del Monte DOC would be nice.

Yield: 6 servings Calabrian grilled kid.
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