Greek Lamb Gyros
Experience the taste of Greece with this authentic lamb gyros recipe, featuring tender slices of marinated lamb, creamy tzatziki sauce, and warm pita bread.
Greek Lamb Gyros
Experience the taste of Greece with this authentic lamb gyros recipe, featuring tender slices of marinated lamb, creamy tzatziki sauce, and warm pita bread.
The Key Move
Slice the roasted lamb thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
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The Setup
- Large Bowl
- Roasting Pan
- Forks
The Mise en Place
5 of 12Your prep station before cooking begins
Lamb Marinade (0/8)
Lamb is dry after roasting.
Ensure the oven temperature is not too high. You can also add a little water or broth to the roasting pan to create steam.
Lamb is not tender enough.
Roast for a longer period of time. The lamb should be easily shredded with a fork.
The Method
COMBINE
Prep aheadIn a large bowl, combine olive oil (¼ cups), lemon juice (¼ cups), minced garlic (4 cloves), oregano, thyme, salt (1 tsp), and pepper.
ADD
Prep aheadAdd the lamb shoulder (1500 g) to the marinade and turn to coat evenly.
COVER
Prep aheadCover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
PREHEAT
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
PLACE
Place the marinated lamb shoulder (1500 g) in a roasting pan.
ROAST
Roast in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the lamb is very tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Lamb is easily shredded
REMOVE
Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before shredding.
Aromatic
SHRED
Shred the lamb with two forks.
WARM
Warm the pita bread (8 pieces).
FILL
Fill each pita bread (8 pieces) with shredded lamb, tzatziki sauce (2 cups), sliced tomatoes, and red onions.
SERVE
Serve immediately and enjoy!
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