Prep Time
30 MIN
Cook Time
20 MIN
Total Time
50 MIN
Servings
4

Ingredients
Lamb:
- 2 pounds American Lamb Sirloin (boneless)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons garlic paste or use 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon oregano (fresh or 1/2 Tablespoon dried)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- pinch nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Yogurt (preferably Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 cup grated cucumbers (squeeze dried—see notes)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic Paste or 1 garlic clove, (minced)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh herbs (dill, mint and oregano)
- Salt to your taste and depending on the yogurt brand you use, about 1/8 teaspoon
Sandwiches:
- 8 Pita Breads - Greek style thick pita breads or Naan breads, charred preferably
- 2/3 cup cucumbers (sliced)
- 1 cup sliced tomatoes
- 2 red onions sliced
- 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup mint leaves, fresh (or Parsley)
Directions
- Marinate the lamb sirloin with all the ingredients and let it sit for 30 minutes and up to 24 hours before grilling.
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Preheat an outdoor grill and place the American lamb sirloins for 6-10 minutes on each side —depending on how well done you prefer the lamb. 6 minutes for rare, while 10 minutes for medium done.
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Keep the BBQ lid on for most of the grilling time.
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Once the lamb is ready, remove it into a cutting board and let it rest for at least 3 minutes before slicing g it really thin.
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Make the Tzatziki sauce: Mix everything together in a large bowl. taste and adjust salt.
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If you can charr the bread on the grill that would be best for the gyro sandwiches.
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Assemble the sandwiches: Starting off by layering the bread over a piece of parchment paper or wax paper.
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Leave half of the bread out of the paper so that you can wrap it and know where to eat it from.
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Now spread your Tzatziki sauce over the bread, layer the succulent lamb and toppings. Squeeze some lemon juice and wrap it up with the paper. Serve right away!
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ENJOY!
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


How to Cook American Lamb
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