Imagine biting into a perfectly tender, Mediterranean-spiced lamb wrap that bursts with flavor in just 45 minutes - no hours of marinating required! These Instant Pot Lamb Souvlaki Wraps are your express ticket to Greek culinary paradise, transforming humble ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that will make your family think you've secretly trained with a Greek chef. Whether you're a busy home cook or an adventurous foodie, this recipe promises to deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Greek
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb lamb, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Prepare the lamb by cutting it into 1-inch cubes, ensuring even sizing for consistent cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the lamb cubes in the marinade, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Add marinated lamb to the Instant Pot inner pot, securing the lid and setting valve to sealing position.
- Set Instant Pot to Manual/Pressure Cook mode at high pressure for 15 minutes, allowing the lamb to become tender and absorb the Mediterranean flavors.
- Once cooking completes, perform a quick release of pressure to prevent overcooking the meat.
- While lamb is cooking, prepare tzatziki sauce by mixing yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, and chopped dill.
- Warm pita breads slightly in a skillet or microwave to enhance their flexibility.
- Drain any excess liquid from the cooked lamb and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble wraps by laying out pita bread, spreading tzatziki sauce, adding cooked lamb cubes, and topping with chopped lettuce and diced tomatoes.
- Fold pitas carefully, tucking in sides to create a secure wrap, and serve immediately while lamb is warm.
Tips
- Meat Selection: Choose a lamb cut with some marbling like shoulder or leg for maximum tenderness and flavor.
- Marinating Hack: Even a quick 15-minute marinade can infuse significant flavor, so don't stress if you're short on time.
- Instant Pot Magic: The pressure cooking method ensures your lamb stays incredibly juicy and absorbs all the Mediterranean seasonings.
- Tzatziki Tip: For the freshest sauce, drain excess cucumber water to prevent a watery consistency.
- Serving Suggestion: Warm pitas slightly before assembling to enhance their texture and prevent cracking.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Lamb and tzatziki can be prepared in advance, making weeknight dinners a breeze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 576kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 33g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 90mg
