Easy Greek Lamb Marinade (For Chops, Leg, Pitas & More!)
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5.0
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 to 5
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Calories
158 kcal
Easy Greek Lamb Marinade (For Chops, Leg, Pitas & More!)
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Take your lamb dishes to the next level with this incredibly easy Greek marinade! Whip it up in just 10 minutes using simple ingredients for any lamb cut for a tender texture and delicious Mediterranean flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano Substitute with 3 tablespoons of fresh oregano.
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme Substitute with 2 teaspoons of dried thyme.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 cloves garlic (3-4) large, crushed
- ¾ teaspoon paprika regular or smoked
- ¾ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 small lemon (around 2 tablespoons, or to taste) zest and juice (reduce amount if you don't like an intense lemony flavor)
- 1 bay leaf optional
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
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Instructions
- Mix together all of the dry seasoning ingredients and combine really well. If you like, you can store in a sealed labeled jar or spice container until ready to use.
- Stir the honey, lemon juice and zest, garlic, bay leaf (if using) and olive oil into the dry herbs and spices.
- Add the lamb and stir well to ensure the marinade covers the meat thoroughly.
- Cover the lamb and marinate in the refrigerator. For best results, marinate for one to two hours and up to overnight. If you're in a hurry, even 30 minutes will give you tasty lamb.
Notes
- Ways to use Greek Lamb Marinade: This can be used to marinate up to roughly 2 pounds/1 kilo of lamb. That's (on average) 4 to 6 lamb leg steaks, 6 to 8 lamb chops (depending on size), 10 to 12 lamb kabobs/skewers, 1 X 2 pound/1 kilo leg of lamb or lamb shoulder, or equivalent of any other cut of lamb.
- Recipe idea: Marinate bite-sized pieces of lamb (cut up lamb steaks are good for this). Either thread onto skewers for lamb souvlaki (kabobs) or spread out on a baking sheet lined with baking paper to make meat for lamb pitas. Bake at 200C for 15 to 20 minutes until cooked through to your desired level of 'done-ness'.
- Alternatives: Use this to marinate other proteins such as pork, beef, chicken, salmon or shrimp. You can also use it to season roasted vegetables or potatoes. Consider adding more/different dried or fresh herbs, if you like. Experiment with rosemary, mint, coriander, red pepper flakes or chili flakes - anything you like!
- Storing and freezing instructions: Store this marinade in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- You can also freeze this marinade for up to 3 months in a freezer bag or freezer-safe container.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
158kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Sodium
584mg
(24%)
Potassium
107mg
(3%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
388IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
21mg
(23%)
Calcium
57mg
(6%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4to 5
Amount Per Serving
Calories 158 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 158kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 584mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 107mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 388IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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