Best Lamb Souvlaki With Yogurt Garlic Sauce Recipes

LAMB SOUVLAKI

Lamb Souvlaki image

Provided by The Hearty Boys

Time 1h28m

Yield 10 souvlaki

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

10 (6 to 8-inch) sturdy rosemary sprigs, for skewering
5 pounds boneless leg of lamb
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 rosemary sprigs, leaves stripped and chopped
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
2 lemons, cut into wedges for garnish

Steps:

Soak the rosemary sprigs in water for at least 1 hour prior to grilling the souvlakia.
Trim the leg of lamb of any excess fat and cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes. Place the cubes in a mixing bowl. Add the garlic, chopped rosemary, olive oil and salt and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours.
Remove the lamb from the refrigerator and skewer 4 pieces onto each rosemary sprig.
Heat a grill top for 5 minutes. Place the souvlaki on the grill and cook 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side. Keep warm in a low oven until all are finished, transfer to a decorative platter and serve with lemon wedges.

LEG OF LAMB SOUVLAKI

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"It's no secret that I love meat, and growing up, we ate a lot of lamb," says Michael.

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 shallots, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, plus more for topping
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2- to 2-inch chunks
Freshly ground pepper
1 cup plain Greek yogurt

Steps:

Combine the shallots, garlic, jalapeño, oregano, lemon juice, olive oil and a pinch of salt in a gallon-size zip-top bag. Add the lamb, turning to coat, and refrigerate at least 3 hours or preferably overnight.
Heat a grill or grill pan to medium high. (If using wooden skewers, soak 12 to 16 of them in water for at least 20 minutes.)
Remove the lamb from the marinade and thread 2 pieces onto each skewer. Season with salt and pepper. Grill on the hottest part of the grill for 2 minutes per side, then move to a cooler part of the grill. (If using a grill pan, reduce the heat to medium.) Cover and cook until the meat reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F, 4 to 5 minutes. Top the souvlaki with oregano and serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt.

LAMB SOUVLAKI

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Tender pieces of lamb, marinated in a Greek lemon vinaigrette, threaded on skewers and char-grilled to perfection. I like to serve these with rosemary garlic roasted potatoes, a Greek salad, and pita bread.

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek

Time 3h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

⅓ cup olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of all fat and cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl. Add cubed lamb and stir until all of the lamb is coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate 3 hours, or overnight.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Thread marinated lamb onto skewers, reserving any remaining marinade. Grill skewers until desired doneness, 10 to 12 minutes, basting with the reserved marinade and turning occasionally for even cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 65.3 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 343.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

LAMB SKEWER PITAS

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One of my favorite things to get at a Greek restaurant is souvlaki. You can get this dish with chicken, pork or lamb. My mother cooked a lot of lamb growing up, so when I order souvlaki, I always get lamb.

Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 33

Ingredients

1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup finely chopped English cucumber
1/4 cup grated onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 pound ground lamb
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for brushing
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 clove garlic, grated
4 to 6 pitas
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for brushing
1 teaspoon zaatar
1 cup thinly-sliced English cucumber
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 small red onion, thinly sliced (but not too thin) into half-moons
1 large beefsteak tomato, cut into half-moons
1/2 head fresh fennel, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Lemon wedges, for garnish

Steps:

Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, mix the yogurt, sour cream, cucumber, onion, dill, vinegar, cumin, honey, salt, cinnamon, pepper and garlic until combined. Set aside in the refrigerator to chill.
Make the lamb skewers: In a large bowl, combine the lamb, oil, coriander, cumin, salt, allspice, cinnamon and garlic until evenly coated. Divide the meat into 6 portions and form into logs. Thread each log onto a skewer, then transfer to a plate, cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
Heat a cast-iron griddle over medium-high heat until very hot. Brush the griddle with oil. Grill the skewers, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes.
To serve: Brush the pitas with oil and sprinkle with the zaatar. Add them to the griddle with the lamb and cook until toasted and warm, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
In a large bowl, toss the cucumber, cilantro, parsley, oregano, onions, tomato and fennel. Add the vinegar and 3 tablespoons oil and toss to combine. Season to taste. Remove the meat from the skewers and place on the pitas; top with some salad. Serve with the lemon wedges and tzatziki sauce.