Shish Kebabs Recipe


Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time30 Min
Ready In40 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyCuisine
Main IngredientInterest Group


 Lean lamb1 Pound (50 Gram)
 Red onion1 , cut into wedges
 Green bell pepper1 , deseeded
 Olive oil4 Tablespoon
 Lemon1⁄2 , juiced
 Grated lemon rind1⁄2
 Garlic1 Clove (5 gm), crushed
 Dried oregano1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Dried thyme1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Pitta breads4
 Tomatoes2 , sliced
 Crisp lettuce leaves5 , shredded


1. Cut the lamb into large, evenly-sized chunks.
2. To make the marinade, grate the onion or chop it very finely in a food processor. Remove the juice by squeezing the onion between two plates set over a small bowl.
3. Combine the onion juice with the remaining marinade ingredients in a non-metallic dish and add the meat. Toss the meat in the marinade, cover and leave to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
4. Divide the onion wedges into 2. Cut the (bell) peppers into chunks.
5. Remove the meat from the marinade, reserving the liquid for basting. Thread the meat on to skewers, alternating with the onion and (bell) peppers. Barbecue (grill) for 8-10 minutes, turning and basting frequently.
6. Split open the pitta breads and fill with a little lettuce, and the meat and vegetables. Top with tomatoes and chilli sauce.