How to Make Lamb Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

Pita is traditionally served with souvlaki.

Souvlaki is a traditional Greek meal comprising tender, flavorful marinaded lamb kabobs with tzatziki, a yogurt and cucumber sauce, and pita bread.

Things You'll Need

• Skewers
• 2 lbs. boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 bell peppers, cored, seeded and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 medium onion, peeled and cut into six wedges
• 2 cups plain yogurt
• 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp. white vinegar
• 1 tbsp. fresh dill weed, chopped
• 1 tsp. fresh mint leaves, chopped
• Salt to taste
• Pita bread

Instructions

1. Combine yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, dill and mint in a medium bowl to make the tzatziki sauce; add salt to taste. Refrigerate to allow flavors to mingle while you prepare the kabobs.

2. Place the chunks of lamb, peppers and onion slices on the skewers, alternating the ingredients, to make kabobs; leave a small space between each ingredient for even cooking. If using bamboo skewers, soak in water before creating kabobs to prevent sticking.

3. Broil the skewers in the oven four to five inches from the heat, or on an outdoor grill. Turn to ensure even cooking until lamb is thoroughly cooked, about 10 to 15 minutes.

4. Serve souvlaki with tzatziki sauce and pita bread.

Tips & Warnings

• Try marinating the lamb and for at least three hours (or overnight) in the refrigerator.