RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE KLEFTIKO TIS YIAYIAS FROM CYPRUS

Kleftiko Tis Yiayias is a delicious traditional Cyprus dish that is characterized by its unique taste and incredible aroma. With these simple steps, you can prepare this exquisite dish in the comfort of your home.

Ingredients de Kleftiko Tis Yiayias

1 leg of lamb

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon oregano

1 teaspoon thyme

1 teaspoon cumin

Salt and pepper to taste

Juice of 1 lemon

Olive oil

Papas

Preparación de Kleftiko Tis Yiayias paso a paso

Prepare a marinade by mixing minced garlic, oregano, thyme, cumin, salt, pepper and lemon juice in a container.

Wash the leg of lamb and dry it with kitchen paper.

Place the leg of lamb in a suitable container and spread the marinade all over the meat, making sure it is well coated.

Cover the container with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or, preferably, overnight so that the flavors blend well.

Prepare a baking tray and place the marinated leg of lamb in the center.

Add some potatoes cut into pieces around the leg of lamb.

Drizzle a little olive oil over the leg of lamb and potatoes.

Cover the tray with aluminum foil and bake at 180°C for approximately 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and falls easily from the bone.

Serve the Kleftiko Tis Yiayias accompanied by potatoes and enjoy this traditional Cypriot delicacy.

Enjoy this tasty dish and surprise your friends and family with the authentic taste of Cyprus!