Lamb Gyro
Seasoned lamb seared until golden and crispy, served in warm pita with yogurt sauce, tomato, and onion. A quick weeknight version of the Greek classic.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Stir yogurt, lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and salt until combined. Set aside.
Step 2
Toss lamb with oregano, remaining garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, ~90 seconds.
Step 4
Add lamb in a single layer and cook without stirring for 3 minutes until edges brown.
Step 5
Stir and cook another 2 minutes until lamb is cooked through and crispy, ~165°F.
Step 6
Warm pita on a dry skillet or over a flame for 15 seconds per side until pliable.
Step 7
Spread 2 tbsp yogurt sauce inside each pita.
Step 8
Fill with lamb, tomato, and red onion. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- mixing bowl
- knife
- cutting board
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