Lamb Kabobs with Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Name: Lamb Kabobs with Tzatziki Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 (6-inch) wooden skewers; 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb 2 scallions, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves; 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 cups Greek strained yogurt; 1/2 cucumber, seeded and chopped; 1 garlic clove; 2 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce (recommended: Frank's Red Hot); 1 teaspoon lemon juice; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

12 (6-inch) wooden skewers
1 1/2 pounds ground lamb 2 scallions, finely chopped
2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 cups Greek strained yogurt
1/2 cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 garlic clove
2 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce (recommended: Frank's Red Hot)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Salt and freshly ground black pepper Oil, for brushing 1 bag pita bread, at least 6 loaves
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Tzatziki Sauce, recipe follows
3
Preheat grill to high.
4
Soak skewers in water for 25 to 30 minutes.
5
In a large bowl combine lamb, scallions, onion powder, oregano, rosemary, garlic powder, cumin, thyme, salt and pepper, to taste.
6
Form meat around skewers, making an oblong sausage shape pressing and securing firmly.
7
Refrigerate 30 minutes.
8
Remove skewers from refrigerator.
9
Brush grill with oil.
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Grill kabobs until charred on the outside and medium-rare on the inside, turning only once, about 3 minutes each side.
11
Brush pita lightly with oil, and grill briefly on both sides to warm.
12
Remove lamb kabobs from skewers and place 2 on each pita.
13
Drizzle with Tzatziki Sauce to serve.
14
Tzatziki Sauce:
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Special equipment: food processor Add the yogurt, cucumber, garlic, hot sauce, lemon juice and zest in a food processor and blend until smooth.
16
Season with salt and pepper, and transfer to a bowl.
17
Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

621

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 (6-inch) wooden skewers, 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb 2 scallions, finely chopped, 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves, and more.

Yes, Lamb Kabobs with Tzatziki Sauce 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.

Lamb Kabobs with Tzatziki Sauce

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