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Lamb Souvlaki with Tzatziki and Lemon

Name: Lamb Souvlaki with Tzatziki and Lemon
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 200g lamb shoulder; 1 onion, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon, juiced; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 cucumber, grated; 1 tsp dill; salt to taste; pepper to taste

Grilled lamb skewers with a refreshing tzatziki sauce and a squeeze of lemon.

35 minutes2 servings

Method

Marinate lamb in garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil for 1 hour.
Thread lamb and onion onto skewers.
Grill over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally.
Mix yogurt, cucumber, dill, salt, and pepper for tzatziki. Serve with souvlaki.
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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