Mediterranean Lamb Gyros with Feta and Olives
Elevate your taste buds with these Mediterranean-inspired Lamb Gyros! This mouthwatering recipe combines tender lamb, aromatic spices, and delightful veggies, all wrapped in warm flat or pita bread. The inclusion of feta cheese adds a rich creaminess, while the Greek olives offer a briny contrast, bringing a burst of flavor in every bite. Serve it with a side of TammieV's Gyro Sauce for the perfect finish. Ideal for gatherings or a comforting family dinner, this dish is sure to impress!
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
olive oil
2-3 tablespoons (None)
yellow onion
1 small (minced)
garlic cloves
4-5 (minced)
lamb
1 lb (cubed)
dried red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon (None)
parmesan cheese
1/4 cup (None)
oregano
2 tablespoons (None)
cumin
3 tablespoons (None)
white pepper
2 teaspoons (None)
mushrooms
6-8 (sliced)
sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup (sliced)
feta cheese
8 ounces (crumbled)
Greek olives
8 ounces (pitted)
flatbread or pita bread
as needed (None)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the minced yellow onion and garlic, sautéing for about 5 minutes until the onions become translucent.
2
Stir in the red pepper flakes and cubed lamb. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the lamb is browned on all sides and no longer pink inside, about 8-10 minutes.
3
While the lamb cooks, in a small bowl, mix together the parmesan cheese, oregano, cumin, and white pepper. Sprinkle this spice mixture over the cooked lamb, stirring thoroughly to ensure each piece is well coated.
4
Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Next, add the sliced mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook until the mushrooms are tender and heated through, about 4-5 minutes.
5
To serve, lay out the flatbread or pita on a plate. Generously load the bread with the lamb mixture followed by a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese and pitted Greek olives. For added freshness, consider drizzling a cucumber sauce or tzatziki on top. Roll or fold the bread around the filling, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Mediterranean Lamb Gyros?
These are flavorful wraps featuring tender lamb, aromatic spices, feta cheese, and Greek olives served in warm flatbread or pita.
What cut of lamb is required?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of lamb, which should be cubed before cooking.
How many garlic cloves should I use?
You will need 4-5 minced garlic cloves for this recipe.
Is this gyro recipe spicy?
Yes, it includes 1 teaspoon of dried red pepper flakes to provide a bit of heat.
How much cumin is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of cumin to give the lamb its aromatic flavor.
What kind of onion is used?
One small yellow onion, finely minced, is used to start the base of the dish.
How long do I sauté the onions and garlic?
Sauté the onions and garlic in olive oil for about 5 minutes until the onions become translucent.
What spices are in the spice mixture?
The mixture includes parmesan cheese, oregano, cumin, and white pepper.
How much feta cheese is needed?
You will need 8 ounces of crumbled feta cheese to sprinkle on top of the gyros.
What type of olives are recommended?
The recipe specifies 8 ounces of pitted Greek olives for a briny contrast.
Do I need to cook the mushrooms?
Yes, 6-8 sliced mushrooms should be added to the skillet and cooked for 4-5 minutes until tender.
Are sun-dried tomatoes included?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/2 cup of sliced sun-dried tomatoes.
How long does the lamb take to brown?
The cubed lamb should be cooked for 8-10 minutes until it is browned on all sides.
What type of bread is used for serving?
You can use either flatbread or pita bread, served warm.
Is parmesan cheese used in this recipe?
Yes, 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese is mixed with the spices and coated onto the lamb.
How much white pepper is required?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of white pepper.
When do I add the spice mixture to the lamb?
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the lamb once it is browned and no longer pink inside.
How long should the flavors meld?
After adding the spice mixture, continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
What sauce is suggested for serving?
TammieV's Gyro Sauce, a cucumber sauce, or tzatziki are all excellent choices.
How do I assemble the gyros?
Lay out the bread, load it with the lamb mixture, sprinkle with feta and olives, add sauce, and then roll or fold.
What type of oil is used for cooking?
The recipe uses 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 total ingredients listed for these Mediterranean Lamb Gyros.
Is there oregano in the spice mix?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of oregano are included in the spice coating.
Should the olives be pitted?
Yes, the recipe calls for pitted Greek olives for easier eating.
Is this recipe suitable for a family dinner?
Absolutely, it is described as ideal for gatherings or a comforting family dinner.
How do I prepare the mushrooms?
The 6-8 mushrooms should be sliced before being added to the skillet.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is heating olive oil in a large skillet and sautéing the onion and garlic.
Can I add extra freshness to the gyro?
Yes, drizzling a cucumber sauce or tzatziki on top adds a burst of freshness.
What provides the creaminess in this dish?
The inclusion of crumbled feta cheese adds a rich creaminess to every bite.
What provides the briny flavor?
The pitted Greek olives offer a briny contrast to the savory lamb.