Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Tzatziki
- Drain and rinse the soaked cashews. Blend with water until completely smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes in a high-speed blender.
- Grate the cucumber and toss with 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Let sit in a colander for 30 minutes, then squeeze out excess water using a clean kitchen towel.
- Mix the cashew cream with drained cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, and 1 teaspoon salt. Refrigerate while preparing the lamb.
Make the Lamb
- Combine ground lamb, chopped lamb shoulder, grated onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, and paprika in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly with your hands.
- Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and mix again. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Form the mixture into a large, flat patty about 1 inch thick on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the lamb patty for 6-8 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F).
- Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips against the grain.
Assemble the Gyros
- Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or wrap in damp paper towels and microwave for 30 seconds.
- Spread tzatziki on each pita, add sliced lamb, red onion, tomatoes, and lettuce.
- Roll up tightly and serve immediately with extra tzatziki on the side.
Notes
The lamb mixture can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated. For extra flavor, add 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley to the meat mixture. If you don't have time to soak cashews, use 1/2 cup cashew butter thinned with water instead. Store leftover tzatziki in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
