Ingredients
- 12 bamboo skewers soaked in water overnight
- 500g lamb shoulder cut into bite sized chunks
- 2 cups black olives
- 2 cloves chopped garlic
- 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped oregano
- 3 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tsp. crushed chilli
- Pepper (optional)
Method
- Place meat in a bowl, lightly season and set aside.
- Place garlic in a food processor along with a sprinkle of salt. Slowly combine olive oil and blend to a paste. Finally finish with herbs and lemon zest. You may now add chilli as an option.
- Marinate lamb with olive mixture and place in fridge for 1 hour.
- To make the skewers, thread the lamb on to soaked skewers making sure they are even shapes; this will ensure they cook evenly.
- Cook on a griddle plate or BBQ for 4 to 6minutes each side, they will cook very quickly. Rest the meat for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with fresh lemon and salad leaves tossed with extra virgin olive oil.