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Lamb gyro pita with fresh tzatziki

Lamb Gyro Pita

Lamb gyro is one of the most traditional Greek street foods, popular in the Middle East and the Balkans. The original gyro was made with lamb, and this version stays true to tradition. The spicy, juicy lamb and fresh tzatziki create a perfect combination, while the crispy pita makes the dish truly enjoyable. This dish is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends.

Prep Time 20 min
Preparation 10 min
Total 30 min
700 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
⭕ 400 g Lamb meat (shoulder or leg)
⭕ 4 Pita bread
⭕ 150 g Greek yogurt
⭕ 1 db Cucumber
⭕ 2 db Tomato
⭕ 1 db Red onion
⭕ 2 cloves Garlic
⭕ 30 ml Olive oil
⭕ 20 ml Lemon juice
⭕ 1 tsp Spice mix (oregano, thyme, cumin, Hungarian sweet paprika)
⭕ 1 tsp Salt
⭕ 0.5 tsp Black pepper
⭕ 1 bunch Dill

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Slice the lamb into thin strips. In a bowl, combine the lamb with olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and the spice mix. Marinate for at least 1 hour.

    2

    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the lamb strips for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown on all sides and cooked through.

    3

    Meanwhile, prepare the tzatziki sauce: grate the cucumber, squeeze out the excess liquid, then mix it with the Greek yogurt, finely chopped garlic, dill, salt, and pepper.

    4

    Slice the tomatoes and red onion into thin rings.

    5

    Warm the pita bread in a skillet or oven until slightly crispy.

    6

    Place the cooked lamb in the warm pitas, then top with fresh tomatoes, red onion, and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

    7

    Fold the pita and serve immediately, optionally drizzled with olive oil.