Greek Lamb Shish Kebabs

If you have ever been to Greece, you will know that long after the memories of the holiday, you will never forget the destination for its wonderful food.  It is all about meat, garlic, ripened tomatoes, onion and other fresh produce from the lands.  And of course everything is served with a Greek salad and tzatziki on the side.

I have been inspired today to make some Lamb Kebabs.  I had a great idea to use mint sauce as appose to fresh mint and lemon - but it would seem I left that behind in the store, so to the former we go.


WHAT YOU NEED ...
600g lamb neck, 1 inch cubed
Fresh mint for garnish

For the marinade
1/2 cup Greek yoghurt
1 shallot, grated
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 Tbsp olive oil
3 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped
Salt & pepper to taste


WHAT TO DO ...

1. For the marinade - mix all in a large bowl and stir through well
2. Add lamb cubes and mix well
3. Cover with cling film and refrigerate for 4 hrs or overnight
4. Preheat grill to high
5. Thread lamb onto 4 - 6 wooden  skewers (pending size) soaked in water for 15 min
6. Grill for 10 - 12 min until cooked through, turn occasionally

Garnish and of course serve with tzatziki and a little Greek salad on
the side


απολαμβάνω (enjoy!)