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Souvlake (Greek Lamb Skewers)

Here's how you make Souvlake (Greek Lamb Skewers)
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  • Servings: 4
  • Prep: 20m
  • Cook: 10m
    • The following recipe serves 4 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 2 pounds leg of lamb (boned, trimmed, cut into 3/4 in cubes)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons lemon rind, finely grated
  • 1/3 cup white wine
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 bay leaves (fresh, if possible)
  • 8 ounces Greek-style yogurt (1 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Place the lamb in a non-metallic bowl with 2 tablespoons oil, the lemon rind, lemon juice, wine, oregano, garlic, bay leaves and some black pepper. Toss, then cover and refrigerate overnight.

  • Step 2: Place the yogurt and the other 2 cloves garlic in a bowl, mix well, and let stand for 30 minutes.

  • Step 3: Drain the lamb. Thread onto 8 skewers and cook on a barbecue, brushing with the remaining oil, for 7-8 minutes, or until done to your liking.

  • Step 4: Serve with the yogurt, bread, and a salad.

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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