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Greek Souvlaki
 
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Prep Time: 120 Minutes
Cook Time: 7 Minutes
Ready In: 127 Minutes
Servings: 4
Use pork or lamb - serving with pita bread is optional but tzatziki is a must. Prep time includes a minimum of 2 hours for marinating.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs boneless leg of lamb or 1 1/2 lbs lamb shoulder or 1 1/2 lbs pork loin, cut into 1 inch cubes
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dried greek oregano
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
coarse salt
freshly cracked black pepper
Directions:
1. Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, onion, oregano, parsley, mint and black pepper in a bowl& mix well.
2. Add meat, toss to coat, cover and refrigerate; marinate for a minimum of 2 hours but overnight for best results.
3. If using wooden skewers soak them in water overnight or for at least 2 hours.
4. Preheat the grill to medium high.
5. Thread meat evenly onto 4 skewers& season with salt and pepper.
6. Grill skewers 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium or cook a few minutes longer if you prefer well done (6 to 7 minutes).
7. Serve with tzatziki sauce and pita bread.
By RecipeOfHealth.com