Lamb Souvlaki

• leg of lamb, boned, cubed↗1
• olive oil↗1⁄4 cup
• lemon juice↗1⁄4 cup
• dry white wine↗1⁄4 cup
• thyme↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• oregano↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• rosemary↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• bay leaf, crushed↗1
• garlic cloves, crushed↗2
• fresh ground black pepper↗
• bay leaves, halved↗8
• firm tomatoes, quartered↗6
• green peppers, large cubes (optional)↗6
• salt↗
• fresh oregano↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place the lamb cubes in a large non-aluminum bowl.

2. 2

   Make a marinade of the oil, lemon juice, wine, herbs (thyme, oregano, rosemary, crushed bay leaf), garlic, and pepper.

3. 3

   and pour over the meat.

4. 4

   Marinate in the refrigerator, preferably overnight, or for at least 3 hours.

5. 5

   Thread the meat on long skewers alternating the bay leaves with the tomatoes and peppers.

6. 6

   Grill over hot coals or broil 6 inches from the heat, brushing with the remaining marinade and turning frequently until cooked through.

7. 7

   Season with salt and pepper, then remove the meat from the skewers to a warm platter and crush oregano over the top.