Greek Pita Wrap Recipe

Name: Greek Pita Wrap
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds loin lamb; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 red onion thinly sliced; 4 pitas; 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 cloves garlic finely chopped; 2 tablespoons chiffonade Mint; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon lemon zest finely chopped; salt; freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 pounds loin lamb
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red onion thinly sliced
4 pitas
1 cup plain yogurt
2 cloves garlic finely chopped
2 tablespoons chiffonade Mint
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest finely chopped
salt
freshly ground pepper

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How to Prepare the Lamb:1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet until it just begins to smoke.
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2. Season the loin with salt and pepper and sear on all sides until golden brown. Place the pan in the oven and finish cooking until the internal temperature reaches 140 F on a meat thermometer for medium-rare.
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3. Remove the lamb to a platter and let sit covered for 10 minutes. Place the onions in the pan and place in the oven to roast for 10 minutes.
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4. Wrap the pita in aluminum foil and place in the oven for 5 minutes to warm. Slice the lamb on the bias into thin slices.
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5. Top each pita with a few sliced of lamb, roasted onions and the yogurt sauce. Roll and serve.
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How to Prepare the Sauce:1. Place the yogurt in a strainer lined with cheesecloth or a coffee filter and place over a bowl and let drain for 1 hour.
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2. Discard the liquid in the bowl. Place the drained yogurt in a clean bowl and add the garlic, mint, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds loin lamb, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 red onion thinly sliced, 4 pitas, and more.

Yes, Greek Pita Wrap falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Greek Pita Wrap

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