Main Plate
Lamb and Lemon Souvlaki
A Greek lamb souvlaki marinated with garlic, lemon, and dill, grilled on skewers and served with pita bread.
146 min4 servingsMediumGreek
Steps
- 1
Pound the garlic with sea salt to form a paste.
- 2
Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, zest, dill and garlic.
- 3
Mix in the lamb and combine well. Cover and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the fridge.
- 4
If using bamboo skewers, soak them in cold water.
- 5
Thread the meat onto the skewers (soaked bamboo or metal).
- 6
Heat the grill to high and cook the skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, basting with the remaining marinade.
- 7
Warm the pita breads briefly and serve with the souvlaki.
