Lamb Souvlaki with Lemon & Oregano
Tender marinated lamb skewers char on a hot grill, perfumed with lemon, garlic, and oregano. Serve with warm pita and tzatziki for an authentic Greek dinner.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat lamb dry with paper towels. Combine oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Step 2
Add lamb to marinade. Toss to coat evenly. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Step 3
Thread lamb pieces onto metal or wooden skewers (if wooden, soak first), leaving 1/4-inch gaps between pieces.
Step 4
Heat grill to medium-high. Oil the grates with a folded paper towel and tongs.
Step 5
Grill skewers 9–11 minutes, turning every 3 minutes. Interior should reach 145°F (medium-rare) or higher.
Step 6
Transfer skewers to a plate. Rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- mixing bowl
- metal or wooden skewers
- meat thermometer
- grill
- grill tongs
- paper towels
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