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Classic Lamb Souvlaki
45 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
450 kcalCalories
35 gProtein
5 gCarbs
30 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Classic Lamb Souvlaki

Traditional dish · Greek

Tender cubes of lamb marinated in lemon, garlic, and oregano, grilled to perfection on skewers. A quintessential Greek street food and appetizer.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Lamb shoulder, boneless1.5 lbs
  • Lemon juice1/4 cup
  • Olive oil1/4 cup
  • Garlic, minced4 cloves
  • Dried oregano2 tbsp
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Black pepper1/2 tsp
  • Wooden skewers12

Steps

  1. 1

    Cut lamb into 1-inch cubes.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Add lamb cubes to the marinade, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).

  4. 4

    Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

  5. 5

    Thread lamb cubes onto the soaked skewers.

  6. 6

    Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

  7. 7

    Grill souvlaki for 8-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred.

  8. 8

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh oregano.

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