Ingredients
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1 1/2 lbs lamb shoulder or 1 1/2 lbs pork loin, cut into 1 inch cubes
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1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
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1/3 cup red wine vinegar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 onion, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon dried Greek oregano
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1 1/2 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
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coarse salt
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freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, onion, oregano, parsley, mint and black pepper in a bowl& mix well.
- Add meat, toss to coat, cover and refrigerate; marinate for a minimum of 2 hours but overnight for best results.
- If using wooden skewers soak them in water overnight or for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium high.
- Thread meat evenly onto 4 skewers& season with salt and pepper.
- Grill skewers 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium or cook a few minutes longer if you prefer well done (6 to 7 minutes).
- Serve with tzatziki sauce and pita bread.