| Lamb Gyros with Homemade Pita and Tahini Yogurt Sauce |
Enjoy a taste of Greece with this succulent homemade lamb gyros, ... |
Greek, lamb, pita bread, homemade, main course |
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Mix until the dough comes together and knead lightly until well combined.","tips":"Cover the dough and let rise for an hour."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Knead the risen dough briefly on a floured surface. Form into a log and cut into six pieces.","tips":"Keep unused dough covered with a damp cloth."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Roll each piece into a flat circle, adding flour if needed to prevent sticking.","tips":"Separate rolled pitas with greaseproof paper."},{"step_number":5,"description":"Heat a frying pan and cook each pita for a couple of minutes on each side until colored.","tips":"Keep warm before serving."}]},{"name":"Lamb Gyro","ingredients":[{"name":"half shoulder of lamb","quantity":"1 kg (2 lb 2oz)","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"oregano","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"preferably Greek","substitutions":[]},{"name":"onion granules","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"sweet paprika","quantity":"\u00bd tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"olive oil","quantity":"2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"white wine vinegar","quantity":"2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"ground black pepper","quantity":"\u00bd tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["oven","foil","digital thermometer (optional)"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Mix oregano, onion granules, sweet paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub seasoning onto lamb.","tips":"Use fresh oregano for a more aromatic flavor."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Coat lamb with olive oil and vinegar. Marinate for at least an hour.","tips":"Longer marination improves flavor."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Preheat oven to 170C \/ 325 F. Cook lamb covered with foil for an hour, then another 20 minutes uncovered.","tips":"Use a digital thermometer to ensure lamb reaches 70\u00b0C for medium-well doneness."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Let lamb rest covered with foil for 30 minutes. Slice thinly, removing fat and add some pan juices.","tips":"This step is crucial for juicy lamb."}]},{"name":"To Serve","ingredients":[{"name":"large tomatoes","quantity":"2","preparation_notes":"sliced thinly","substitutions":[]},{"name":"red onion","quantity":"1","preparation_notes":"sliced very thinly","substitutions":[]},{"name":"parsley","quantity":"2 tbsp chopped","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":[],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Mix sliced onion with parsley and tomatoes.","tips":"Serve immediately with warm pita and lamb."}]}],"full_ingredient_list":["200g Greek yogurt","2 tbsp tahini","4 tbsp olive oil","juice of \u00bd lemon","4 tbsp chopped parsley","1 clove garlic","2 tsp salt","300g bread flour","130g Greek yogurt","120 ml water","1 tbsp sugar","1 tsp dry active yeast","1 kg half shoulder of lamb","1 tbsp oregano","1 tbsp onion granules","\u00bd tbsp sweet paprika","2 tbsp white wine vinegar","\u00bd tsp ground black pepper","2 large tomatoes","1 red onion"]} |
