greek souvlakia
A great dish for the grill. Serve with your favorite side or Greek salad. Prep time does not include marinating time.
prep time
15 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Grill
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lamb, cut into 1 inch pieces (can sub beef)
- 2 - onions, quartered
- 2 - green peppers, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 12 - cherry tomatoes or tomato wedges
- 12 - fresh mushrooms
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 - garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons wine vinegar
- - lemon juice
- - salt to taste
How To Make greek souvlakia
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Step 1Place meat in a large glass bowl. In a small bowl combine the black pepper, sugar, garlic and oregano and sprinkle over the meat. Mix until meat is well coated.
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Step 2In a blender, add 4 tbsp. of the olive oil and vinegar and blend. Pour mixture over meat, cover and refrigerate overnight.
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Step 3Brush onions and green peppers with remaining 2 tbsp. olive oil, add salt and pepper to taste. Par-bake in over at 350 degrees until tender, but firm enough to thread on a skewer.
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Step 4Thread meat and vegetables on skewers, alternating each. Grill over hot coals, being careful not to overcook. Sprinkle with salt and fresh lemon juice.
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Category:
Other Main Dishes
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Tag:
#Healthy
Ingredient:
Lamb
Diet:
Diabetic
Diet:
Low Fat
Diet:
Dairy Free
Diet:
Low Carb
Method:
Grill
Culture:
Greek
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