Prep Time
40min
Cook Time
1 Hr 10min
Total Time
1HR 50 min
Servings
8 (4 pizzas)
Ingredients
American Lamb Meatballs (makes 32)
- 1 pound ground American Lamb
- 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg
- 1/2 small sweet onion, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Homemade Tzatziki Sauce (makes 2 cups)
- 1/2 cucumber, peeled, minced, moisture removed with a cheesecloth
- 1-1/2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped mint
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Crispy Chickpeas (optional)
- 1 can garbanzo beans, drained
- Olive oil, cumin, salt and pepper
Flatbread Assembly
- 4 pieces of naan or pita bread
- 2 cups Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
- 32 America Lamb Meatballs
- 1 cup of feta cheese
- 1/3 cup pickled or fresh red onion
- 1/3 cup sliced Kalamata olives
- 1 cucumber, sliced into long strips
- Fresh mint leaves
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- Crispy Chickpeas, optional
Directions
For the American Lamb Meatballs: In a bowl, add lamb, Panko, parsley, mint, cilantro, cumin, paprika, chili powder, cinnamon, egg and onion; gently mix until well combined (avoid over-mixing). Roll meat mixture into 32 small balls, about 1-inch diameter. Drizzle oil in a large skillet. Add meatballs, turning once when they start to brown. Once meatballs are slightly brown on all sides, cover pan; cook 5 to 10 minutes longer until cooked through.
For the Homemade Tzatziki Sauce: Mince cucumber; add pieces to a cheesecloth, squeezing to remove excess moisture. In a bowl, mix cucumber, yogurt, dill, mint, lemon zest, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper; chill.
For Crispy Chickpeas (optional): Spread beans on a baking sheet; roast at 375°F for 30 minutes. Lightly coat with oil, cumin, salt and pepper; roast another 15 minutes or to desired crispness.
To assemble: Lightly toast naan or pita bread; cool. Spread each flatbread with 1/2 cup tzatziki; top with 8 meatballs, feta, onion, olives, cucumber, mint, cilantro and chickpeas if desired.
USDA recommends the following time and temperature parameters
Ground Lamb
Internal temperature of 160°F
All Other Cuts
Internal temperature of 145°F, with a 3 minute rest
