Best 4 Lamb Kabobs With Tzatziki Sauce Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with succulent lamb kabobs, expertly grilled and infused with the aromatic blend of Mediterranean herbs, spices, and citrus. These tender morsels of lamb are skewered to perfection and grilled over hot coals, imparting a beautiful char and smoky flavor. Accompanying these delightful kabobs is a refreshing tzatziki sauce, a classic Greek yogurt-based sauce infused with cucumber, garlic, dill, and a hint of tangy lemon. This creamy and flavorful sauce perfectly complements the savory lamb, adding a cooling and herbaceous touch to each bite. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the art of creating these delectable lamb kabobs and their irresistible tzatziki sauce.**

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEK STYLE LAMB KABOBS WITH PITA AND TZATZIKI SAUCE RECIPE



Greek Style Lamb Kabobs With Pita and Tzatziki Sauce Recipe image

This great lamb recipe makes a fantastic pita sandwich. Keep your kebabs the width of your pita so you can slide the skewer off into your sandwich.

Provided by Derrick Riches

Categories     Dinner     Entree     Lunch

Time 6h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound/450 g. boneless lamb leg (or shoulder cut into 1 1/2-in. cubes)
24 grape cherry tomatoes
24 (1 1/2-in.) chunks of onion
4 garlic cloves (minced)
1 bunch fresh oregano
2 tablespoons lemon juice (1 lemon, juiced)
1/2 cup/120 mL extra virgin olive oil
Dash kosher salt (or to taste)
Dash freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)
8 large pitas
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
3 cups/700 mL plain yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice (1 lemon, juiced)
2 medium cucumbers (peeled, halved, seeded and diced)
1 tablespoon/15 mL fresh mint leaves (finely chopped)
Dash kosher salt (or to taste)
Dash freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Combine the oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste in a small bowl.
  • Add lamb cubes, and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator for at least 6 hours, or up to overnight.
  • Drain meat cubes and discard the marinade. Prepare a medium (350°F to 375°F) gas or charcoal grill fire.
  • Thread lamb, tomatoes, and onion pieces onto 4 skewers (5 pieces of lamb, 4 tomatoes, 4 pieces of onion per skewer).
  • Grill for 12 to 15 minutes, turning half way through cooking time to the desired degree of doneness. A thermometer should register 145 F/65 C for medium-rare, 160 F/70 C for medium or 170 F/75 C for well.
  • Serve with warm pita bread, Tzatziki sauce, and salad greens, if using.
  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Stir together the yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, mint, and salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to marry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 811 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 112 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 13 g, Fat 49 g, ServingSize 8 pitas (8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

LAMB MEATBALLS WITH TZATZIKI SAUCE



Lamb Meatballs With Tzatziki Sauce image

Make and enjoy these tasty Greek lamb meatballs served with tzatziki, the traditional sauce made with cucumbers, yogurt, lemon, and mint.

Provided by Peggy Trowbridge Filippone

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner     Entree     Lunch

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 22

Lamb Meatballs
1 pound ground lamb
3 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
1 small garlic clove, minced or crushed in a garlic press
1 egg, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 cup fresh mint (loosely packed and finely chopped)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 fresh lemon for squeezing and garnish, cut into quarters
Optional: 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Tzatziki Sauce
1 large cucumber
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
2 cups Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • In the bowl with the lamb, add red onion, garlic, egg, bread crumbs, cumin, mayonnaise, fresh mint, and salt. Using your hands, mix thoroughly to distribute the ingredients evenly. With a teaspoon, form the mixture into 24 meatballs. Don't level the meat off or pack the meatballs too tightly.
  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Lightly spread canola oil on a baking sheet using a paper towel. Place the meatballs two inches apart on the baking sheet, and position the baking sheet 4 inches from the heat source.
  • Broil for about 5 minutes, turning once halfway through.
  • Arrange the meatballs on a serving platter, and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top. Sprinkle the cayenne pepper over the meatballs at the last minute. Serve at once with tzatziki.
  • Place cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, mint, and dill in a bowl and mix well. Add the Greek yogurt and mix well.
  • Cover with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 253 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 13 g, ServingSize 24 meatballs, 12 servings sauce, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

GREEK LAMB MEATBALL SLIDERS WITH TZATZIKI



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 8 sliders

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 pound ground lamb
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Canola oil, for greasing pan
1/2 English cucumber, peeled
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
1 clove garlic, finely minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 soft Hawaiian buns
2 Roma tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick
8 bamboo skewers

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler.
  • For the lamb meatballs: Soak the breadcrumbs in the milk for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the lamb, coriander, cumin, garlic, oregano, mint, some salt and pepper, and the soaked breadcrumbs. Mix well, but do not overwork. Fold in the feta, then form the mixture into eight 2-inch meatballs.
  • Place the meatballs in a large, greased cast-iron pan. Place the pan 7 to 8 inches from the heating element; broil for 10 to 12 minutes, or until cooked through, turning once halfway through.
  • For the tzatziki: Grate the cucumber into a small strainer and squeeze out excess water. Combine the grated cucumber with the yogurt, lemon zest, olive oil, dill and garlic and mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • To assemble the sliders: Load a meatball onto each bun. Top with tomato slices and some tzatziki. Secure the sliders with bamboo skewers. Serve on a large platter with extra tzatziki on the side.

LAMB OR BEEF KEBAB PITAS WITH TZATZIKI



Lamb or Beef Kebab Pitas With Tzatziki image

Because of the use of ground meat, this is what we call a kebab here. Delicious! They can be oven-roasted, but I highly recommend you do these on the bbq.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 lb ground lamb (preferably leg, with all the fat) or 1 lb ground chuck
1 small red onion, finely minced
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or 2 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon dried oregano (well-rubbed between your fingers)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
salt and pepper
1 cup Greek yogurt (no other yoghurt will do) or 1 cup sour cream
1 garlic clove, crushed to a paste
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
5 fresh mint leaves, minced
1/4 cup fresh dill, minced
1/4 cup cucumber, grated, squeezed dry (unpeeled, washed)
salt
fresh tomato, thinly-sliced
thinly sliced red onion
minced parsley
grilled pita bread

Steps:

  • In a bowl, knead together all the kebab ingredients. Form into sausages of about 4-5 inches in length. Cover and leave in the fridge for about an hour.
  • Prepare the Tzatziki: In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients. Taste, and adjust seasoning. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (this is also great on the bbq).
  • Grill the kebabs until brown and crusty on all sides, and cooked through, about 12-14 minutes.
  • Get some grilled pita breads.
  • Place 1 or 2 kebabs inside each pita and add some slices of tomato, onion, some tzatziki, and a generous sprinkling of parlsey.
  • Roll up as tightly as you can without mushing up your sandwich, and wrap a piece of aluminum foil around bottom to catch any drips.
  • Enjoy one of the best sandwiches you've ever had.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479, Fat 38.5, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 129.4, Sodium 153.6, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.5, Protein 22.1

Tips:

  • Use high-quality lamb: Look for lamb that is fresh and has a good amount of marbling. This will ensure that your kabobs are juicy and flavorful.
  • Marinate your lamb: Marinating the lamb in a flavorful mixture of herbs, spices, and oil will help to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
  • Cook your lamb over high heat: This will help to create a nice char on the outside of the meat while keeping the inside juicy and tender.
  • Don't overcook your lamb: Lamb is best cooked to medium-rare or medium. Overcooking will make the meat tough and dry.
  • Serve your lamb kabobs with a variety of dipping sauces: Tzatziki sauce, hummus, and chimichurri are all great options.

Conclusion:

Lamb kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your lamb kabobs are juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. So next time you're looking for a great meal to serve your friends and family, give lamb kabobs a try.

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