1-1/2 | lbs. | boneless lamb leg or shoulder cut into 3/4 inch cubes |
1 | C | olive oil |
1/2 | C | plain yogurt |
2 | tbsp. | grated onion |
1 | tbsp. | lemon juice |
1 | tbsp. | dried thyme |
salt and pepper | to taste | |
4-6 | pita breads | warmed |
Combine the cubed lamb with the olice oil, half the yogurt, grated onion, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper and marinade at room temperature for 3 to 4 hours. Thread the lamb on skewers and cook over hot coals or under the broiler for 3 to 4 minutes - do not overcook. Season the remaining yogurt with salt and pepper. Serve the kebabs on the warmed pita with a little of the seasoned yogurt spooned over them. Serves 4 to 6.