Turkish-Style Lamb Recipe: Lamb Steaks that are Fall-Off-the-Bone Tender and Full of Flavor

This Turkish-style lamb recipe is bound to satisfy your cravings. It’s an easy recipe that will surprise your family and guests with the delicious flavors of Turkey right from your kitchen. A perfect recipe for those who love grilled lamb steaks, tangy yogurt, and fresh herbs, topped off by cool salad. Great for when you need an easy but flavorful meal!

Ingredients for Turkish-Style Lamb

• 4 lamb leg steaks
• 2 tsp seasoning (like Schwartz Lamb Simply Shake seasoning)
• 1 tsp dried oregano (or other herbs)
• 2 x 150g tubs of low-fat natural yogurt
• 4 pitta breads
• 1/2 iceberg lettuce, shredded
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges for squeezing (optional)

Nutrition Information

This recipe is a rich source of protein due to the lamb used in the preparation. The probiotics present in the yogurt, along with fresh vegetables including lettuce, onion, and mint, add nutritional value. The yogurt also provides healthy fats and calcium, and the fresh lemon adds vitamin C to the dish.

How to Make Turkish-Style Lamb

Step 1: Grill the Lamb

1. Prepare the grill to cook on high heat.
2. Season the lamb with the seasoning and oregano, and grill for 2 minutes on each side, until browned but still rare.
3. In the meantime, mix the seasoning, oregano, and half of the chopped mint into one of the tubs of yogurt. Smother the yogurt mixture onto the lamb.
4. Return the lamb to the grill for another 2-3 minutes, or until the yogurt is blistered and the meat is cooked to your liking.

Step 2: Prepare the Salad and Serve

1. Let the lamb rest for a few minutes while you toast the pitta breads.
2. Shred the iceberg lettuce and thinly slice the red onion.
3. Stir the remaining mint into the second tub of yogurt.
4. Thickly slice the rested lamb and stuff it into the toasted pitta bread along with the shredded lettuce, sliced onion, and minted yogurt.
5. Squeeze lemon juice over the top for an extra burst of freshness, if desired.

Recipe Tips for Turkish-Style Lamb

• Homemade Lamb Seasoning: If you can’t find lamb seasoning in stores, make your own by combining 1 tsp each of ground cumin and ground coriander, mustard seeds, and 1 crushed garlic clove.
• Serving Suggestion: Pair with grilled vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.

Final Thoughts

This Turkish-style lamb recipe is simple, quick, healthy, and delicious. With the combination of fresh mint, yogurt, and perfectly grilled lamb, it’s a recipe guaranteed to impress whether you’re preparing it for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering.