התמונה להמחשה בלבדLamb and Lemon Souvlaki
Cooking With KidsAn authentic Greek celebration of succulent, tender meat seared to perfection after absorbing the deep flavors of premium olive oil, garlic, and vibrant lemon zest. This dish offers an exquisite balance between smoky char and herbal freshness, all enveloped in warm, soft bread for an immersive Mediterranean experience.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Instructions
- 1Pound the garlic with sea salt in a pestle and mortar (or use a small food processor), until the garlic forms a paste. Whisk together the oil, lemon juice, zest, dill and garlic. Mix in the lamb and combine well. Cover and marinate for at least 2 hrs or overnight in the fridge. If you’re going to use bamboo skewers, soak them in cold water.
- 2If you’ve prepared the lamb the previous day, take it out of the fridge 30 mins before cooking. Thread the meat onto the soaked or metal skewers. Heat the grill to high or have a hot griddle pan or barbecue ready. Cook the skewers for 2-3 mins on each side, basting with the remaining marinade. Heat the pitta or flatbreads briefly, then stuff with the souvlaki. Add Greek salad (see 'Goes well with', right) and Tzatziki (below), if you like.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 1030
- Protein
- 48.1g
- Carbs
- 7.2g
Recommended Equipment & Products
Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Chef tips
For juicy and tender lamb, marinate it in the lemon mixture for at least an hour. Sear quickly over high heat to lock in the moisture and all those rich flavors. For a family meal, serve the skewers in warm pita bread with thick tahini instead of tzatziki for a kosher option, plus a finely chopped salad for a fresh crunch.
Culinary reasoning
An authentic Greek celebration of succulent, tender meat seared to perfection after absorbing the deep flavors of premium olive oil, garlic, and vibrant lemon zest. This dish offers an exquisite balance between smoky char and herbal freshness, all enveloped in warm, soft bread for an immersive Mediterranean experience.
