Description
Greek Style Lamb Souvlaki with Grilled Flatbread is a flavorful dish that combines marinated lamb skewers with freshly grilled bread and classic Mediterranean toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs lamb shoulder or leg (cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp dried oregano (Greek oregano preferred)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 8–10 wooden or metal skewers
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup tzatziki (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or mint (chopped)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, cumin, paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add the lamb cubes and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably 4.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir in the yogurt, water, and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Cover with a damp towel and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Thread the marinated lamb onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is browned on the outside and slightly pink inside.
- Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- While the lamb rests, divide the dough into 4–6 balls. Roll each out into a thin oval or circle.
- Grill on high heat for 1–2 minutes per side, until puffed and lightly charred.
- Brush with a little olive oil or garlic butter right after cooking.
- Lay down a piece of warm flatbread. Add grilled lamb, red onions, tomatoes, feta, and a generous spoonful of tzatziki. Garnish with fresh parsley or mint.
- Serve open-faced or wrap it like a traditional lamb gyro.
Notes
- Marinate the lamb for longer for more flavor.
- Adjust spices according to your taste.
- Use homemade tzatziki for a fresher taste.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer with flatbread
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Greek Style Lamb Souvlaki, Souvlaki, Grilled Lamb, Mediterranean, Flatbread