These Mediterranean lamb skewers transport you to the sunny beaches of Greece. The combination of tender lamb, salty feta cheese and sweet sun-dried tomatoes is heavenly.
Preparation
Step 1: Cut the Meat
Cut the lamb loin into 3cm cubes. Pat dry with kitchen paper. Cut the sun-dried tomatoes into pieces and crumble the feta cheese.
Step 2: Thread the Skewers
Thread alternately a cube of lamb, piece of sun-dried tomato and feta cheese onto the skewers. Begin and end with meat. Sprinkle with oregano and rosemary needles.
Step 3: Make the Tzatziki
Grate the cucumber and squeeze out the moisture. Mix with yogurt, finely chopped garlic, mint and a pinch of salt. Refrigerate until serving.
Step 4: Grill the Skewers
Preheat the BBQ to medium-high (220°C). Grill the skewers 3-4 minutes per side until the lamb is pink (55°C core) or to preference. Brush with olive oil while grilling.
Step 5: Serve
Place the skewers on a plate and serve with tzatziki, pita breads and a fresh Greek salad. Sprinkle some extra feta cheese over the skewers.
Tips
- Ask the butcher for fresh lamb loin instead of ready-cut cubes.
- Add some lemon zest to the marinade for extra freshness.
- Serve with a good glass of Greco or Assyrtiko.