
Greek · Lamb
Lamb and Lemon Souvlaki
Ingredients
- Garlic2 cloves
- Sea Salt2 tsp
- Olive Oil4 tbs
- LemonZest and juice of 1
- Dill1 tbs
- Lamb Leg1¾ lb
- Pita BreadTo serve
Instructions
- 1
Pound the garlic with sea salt in a pestle and mortar (or use a small food processor), until the garlic forms a paste.
- 2
Whisk together the oil, lemon juice, zest, dill and garlic.
- 3
Mix in the lamb and combine well.
- 4
Cover and marinate for at least 2 hrs or overnight in the fridge.
- 5
If you’re going to use bamboo skewers, soak them in cold water.
- 6
If you’ve prepared the lamb the previous day, take it out of the fridge 30 mins before cooking.
- 7
Thread the meat onto the soaked or metal skewers.
- 8
Heat the grill to high or have a hot griddle pan or barbecue ready.
- 9
Cook the skewers for 2-3 mins on each side, basting with the remaining marinade.
- 10
Heat the pitta or flatbreads briefly, then stuff with the souvlaki.
- 11
Add Greek salad (see 'Goes well with', right) and Tzatziki (below), if you like.
Nutrition
Nutrition info for this recipe is coming soon.








