Herb-Infused Greek Lamb Souvlaki with Lemon Zest

Name: Herb-Infused Greek Lamb Souvlaki with Lemon Zest
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g boneless lamb leg; Olive Oil; Lemon Juice; Lemon Zest; Garlic; Fresh Rosemary; Fresh Mint; Dried Oregano; Salt; Black Pepper; Wooden or metal skewers; Red Onion; Red Bell Pepper; Green Bell Pepper

Juicy marinated lamb skewers with vibrant herbs and a hint of citrus

Capture the essence of Greek cuisine with these delectable lamb skewers seasoned with fresh herbs and zesty lemon, perfect for grilling lovers.

2 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Lamb Marinade

500g boneless lamb leg

cut into cubes

Olive Oil

3 tbsp

Lemon Juice

Juice of 1 lemon

Lemon Zest

Zest of 1 lemon

Garlic

4 cloves, minced

Fresh Rosemary

2 tbsp chopped

Fresh Mint

2 tbsp chopped

Dried Oregano

1 tbsp

Salt

to taste

Black Pepper

to taste

For the Skewers

Wooden or metal skewers

Red Onion

1, cut into wedges

Red Bell Pepper

1, cut into chunks

Green Bell Pepper

1, cut into chunks

Preparation

Marinating the Lamb

Combine Marinade Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped mint, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.

Add Lamb to Marinade

Add the lamb cubes to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly in the marinade.

Chill the Lamb

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

For the most flavorful skewers, allow the lamb to marinate overnight.

Preparing the Vegetables

Soak Skewers

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using wooden ones.

Cut Vegetables

Prepare the red onion and bell peppers, cutting them into similar-sized wedges or chunks.

Set Aside

Set the prepared vegetables aside until ready to assemble.

Leave space between lamb pieces and vegetables on the skewers for even cooking.

Cooking Process

Assemble Skewers

Alternate marinated lamb pieces with red onion and bell pepper chunks on each skewer.

Grill

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and cook the skewers, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked through and vegetables are slightly charred, about 10-12 minutes.

Use medium-high heat for optimal charring and ensure even cooking.

Rest Skewers

Allow the skewers to rest for 5 minutes before serving to redistribute the juices.

Plating & Serving