Greek Lamb Souvlaki
Ingredients
- Lamb · boneless1.2 kg
- Salt2 tsp
- Black pepper½ tsp
- Extra virgin olive oil4 tbsp
- Garlic5
- Lemon5 tbsp + 2 tsp
- Oregano · dried2 tsp
- Bay leaf3
- White wine vinegar⅓ cups
- Bread4–6
- Batch Tzatziki1
- Greek salad
Instructions
- Mix the marinade ingredients in a bowl, add the lamb cubes and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 12-24 hours.
- Remove the lamb from the marinade and thread 3-4 pieces per skewer to make 12 skewers, or 5 pieces per skewer for 8 larger ones.
- Sprinkle the skewers with the salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick pan over high heat. Cook half the skewers for 3 minutes, turn and cook 3 minutes more until seared. Aim for an internal temperature of 60°C/140°F for medium rare.
- Move the cooked skewers to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Cook the remaining skewers the same way.
- Serve the souvlaki with tzatziki, warm pita and Greek salad or shredded lettuce and tomato, or with lemon rice.
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