Jul 09 2026

Lamb Gyro Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Juicy lamb served with tzatziki sauce in pita bread.

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Ingredients

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Lamb

Pita and Garnishes

Method

Prepare the Lamb

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Shape the Patties

    Form the mixture into small patties or kofta shapes. You should get approximately 8-10 pieces.

  3. 3

    Cook the Lamb

    Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the lamb patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and browned.

Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Sauce Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, and salt. Stir until well combined.

Assemble the Gyros

  1. 5

    Warm the Pita

    Lightly warm the pita bread in a skillet or in the oven for a few minutes.

  2. 6

    Fill the Pita

    Place 2-3 lamb patties in the center of each pita. Top with tzatziki sauce, sliced tomato, red onion, and chopped parsley.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Fold the pita over and serve immediately, optionally with extra tzatziki on the side.

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