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Greek Lamb Souvlaki with Tzatziki

Name: Greek Lamb Souvlaki with Tzatziki
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Lamb
Ingredients: 1 lb lamb shoulder; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp oregano; 1 tsp thyme; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 cup cooked rice; 1 cup mashed potatoes; 1 cup Greek salad; 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce

Grilled lamb skewers with a side of tzatziki sauce, served with rice and Greek salad.

120 minutes4 servings

Method

Cut the lamb into cubes and marinate in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper for 2 hours.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the lamb onto skewers and grill for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally.
Serve the lamb with cooked rice, mashed potatoes, Greek salad, and tzatziki sauce.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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