Description
Greek lamb souvlaki is a classic Mediterranean dish featuring tender chunks of marinated lamb grilled on skewers until juicy and flavorful. Served with pita, fresh vegetables, and a tangy sauce, it’s a vibrant and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb lamb shoulder or leg, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 small red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 bell pepper, cut into chunks
- Wooden or metal skewers
- Pita bread, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Add the lamb cubes to the marinade and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 4 hours.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 20 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread the marinated lamb onto skewers, alternating with pieces of red onion and bell pepper.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the skewers for about 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked to your preferred doneness and slightly charred on the edges.
- Remove from the grill and let the skewers rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with pita bread and your favorite sides such as tzatziki, tomatoes, or salad.
Notes
- Marinating the lamb longer enhances flavor and tenderness.
- You can substitute lamb with chicken or beef if preferred.
- If grilling outdoors is not possible, a stovetop grill pan or broiler works well.
- Serve with tzatziki sauce, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, and warm pita for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
