Hibachi Souvlaki with Cucumber-Yogurt Recipe

Name: Hibachi Souvlaki with Cucumber-Yogurt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary; 1 pound boneless lamb leg, cut in 1/2-inch dice; 4 wooden skewers, soaked in water Salt; 1 cup plain yogurt (preferably Middle Eastern style or whole milk); 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, grated, and squeezed between hands to remove excess liquid; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper; Lamb skewers; 4 pieces pita bread; 1 small onion, sliced or diced; 1 tomato, diced; Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 pound boneless lamb leg, cut in 1/2-inch dice
4 wooden skewers, soaked in water Salt
1 cup plain yogurt (preferably Middle Eastern style or whole milk)
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, grated, and squeezed between hands to remove excess liquid
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper
Lamb skewers
4 pieces pita bread
1 small onion, sliced or diced
1 tomato, diced
Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce

1
Mix the oil, garlic, cumin, red pepper, and rosemary in a medium bowl.
2
Add the lamb and use your fingers to turn the dice in the seasonings until theyre evenly coated.
3
Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 8 hours.
4
When ready to cook, divide the lamb in 4 even portions and place on the 4 skewers.
5
Salt lightly.
6
Grill over hot coals or broil, turning to cook evenly, about 5 minutes for medium-rare.
7
Combine the yogurt, cucumber, garlic, mint, and olive oil in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper; refrigerate until needed.
8
When lamb is cooked, throw pita bread on the grill to warm and soften.
9
Place one skewer on each piece of bread and remove skewer from meat.
10
Top with onions, tomatoes, and the Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Hibachi Souvlaki with Cucumber-Yogurt falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Hibachi Souvlaki with Cucumber-Yogurt

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