Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 1 clove peeled garlic
- 4 flat-leaf parsley sprigs
- 1/2 tsp finely grated lemon zest
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- pinch of saffron threads
- 11/4 lb trimmed lamb loin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- warm pita for serving
- Greek-style plain yogurt for serving
Directions
1. In a blender, combine the onion, garlic, parsley sprigs, lemon zest, lemon juice, allspice, salt and saffron and puree until smooth. Transfer the marinade to a resealable plastic bag, add the cubed lamb and turn to coat. Seal the bag, pressing out any air. Refrigerate the lamb for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight.
2. Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. Drain the lamb, shaking off the excess marinade. Thread the lamb onto 4 long skewers, leaving a bit of room between the cubes. Brush the lamb with the oil and grill over high heat, turning occasionally, until lightly charred, about 5 minutes for medium-rare meat. Serve the lamb skewers with warm pita and yogurt.
