Lamb Or Beef Kebab Pitas With Tzatziki Recipe

Name: Lamb Or Beef Kebab Pitas With Tzatziki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kebab; 1 lb ground lamb (preferably leg, with all the fat) or 1 lb ground chuck; 1 small red onion, finely minced; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or 2 tablespoons sour cream; 1 teaspoon dried oregano (well-rubbed between your fingers); 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; salt and pepper; For the Tzatziki; 1 cup Greek yogurt (no other yoghurt will do) or 1 cup sour cream; 1 garlic clove, crushed to a paste; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 5 fresh mint leaves, minced; 1/4 cup fresh dill, minced; 1/4 cup cucumber, grated, squeezed dry (unpeeled, washed); salt; Garnish; fresh tomato, thinly-sliced; thinly sliced red onion; minced parsley; grilled pita bread

Servings: persons

Kebab
1 lb ground lamb (preferably leg, with all the fat) or 1 lb ground chuck
1 small red onion, finely minced
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or 2 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon dried oregano (well-rubbed between your fingers)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
salt and pepper
For the Tzatziki
1 cup Greek yogurt (no other yoghurt will do) or 1 cup sour cream
1 garlic clove, crushed to a paste
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
5 fresh mint leaves, minced
1/4 cup fresh dill, minced
1/4 cup cucumber, grated, squeezed dry (unpeeled, washed)
salt
Garnish
fresh tomato, thinly-sliced
thinly sliced red onion
minced parsley
grilled pita bread

1
In a bowl, knead together all the kebab ingredients. Form into sausages of about 4-5 inches in length. Cover and leave in the fridge for about an hour.
2
Prepare the Tzatziki: In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients. Taste, and adjust seasoning. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F (this is also great on the bbq).
4
Grill the kebabs until brown and crusty on all sides, and cooked through, about 12-14 minutes.
5
Get some grilled pita breads.
6
Place 1 or 2 kebabs inside each pita and add some slices of tomato, onion, some tzatziki, and a generous sprinkling of parlsey.
7
Roll up as tightly as you can without mushing up your sandwich, and wrap a piece of aluminum foil around bottom to catch any drips.
8
Enjoy one of the best sandwiches you've ever had.

692

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 28 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kebab, 1 lb ground lamb (preferably leg, with all the fat) or 1 lb ground chuck, 1 small red onion, finely minced, 2 garlic cloves, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Lamb Or Beef Kebab Pitas With Tzatziki 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.

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Lamb Or Beef Kebab Pitas With Tzatziki

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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