Keto Spiced Lamb Pita Boats are a flavorful and savory dish without increasing carb count. This lamb filling is ideal for preparing a quick supper meal. We prepare this dish with the use of several ingredients, such as feta, traditional pita, veggies, Greek yogurt, and ground lamb. You can easily buy these simple ingredients from the stores, and they may already be available in your kitchen. We can easily store this lamb filling for 50-60 days in the freezer, but don’t freeze the fresh veggies or tzatziki. Tzatziki balances the strong taste of the lamb, and it has a creamy texture with a reduced carb count. This dish has 6 g of net carbs and 38 g of fats in a serving. This recipe is perfect for weekdays, family gatherings, lunch, and dinners.
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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:
- Course: Main course
- No. of Calories: 520 kcal
- Diet: Keto, Low Carb
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Single portion size: 1 filled pita boat
- Cooking mode: Stovetop
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Moderate
- Total time: 40 minutes
TOOLS:
- Measuring spoons
- Chef’s knife
- Spatula or spoon
- Cutting board
- Big skillet
- Grater
- Mixing bowls
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 3/4 tsp of salt
- 500 g of lamb
- 1 tsp of cumin
- 2 tbsps of olive oil
- 1 tsp of oregano
- Half a tsp of black pepper
- 1 tsp of smoked paprika
- 4 small flatbreads or keto pita
- 1 tsp of coriander
TOPPINGS:
- 1/2 cup of cucmber
- Two tbsps of parsley
- Feta cheese, 1/2 cup
- 1/4 cup of red onion
- Half a cup of cherry tomatoes
FOR CREAMY TZATZIKI:
- 1 tbsp of lemon juice
- One clove of garlic
- Salt
- 1 cup of high-fat Greek yogurt
- Half a cup of cucumber
- Dill, 1 tbsp.
INGREDIENT NOTES:
FETA CHEESE:
- It provides a fat and salty taste in the filling of lamb. Use shredded halloumi or goat cheese as a replacement.
TRADITIONAL PITA:
- It substitutes with the coconut-flour or almond-flour keto pita. You may utilize the lettuce boats, it will keep low-carb.
GROUND LAMB:
- It gives a rich taste and healthy fats in this dish. We can also use mutton or ground beef instead, as an alternative.
VEGGIES:
- You can also select veggies to maintain a low-carb count. Don’t use the sweet peppers or carrots, because they are not good for this diet.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Use the sugar-free and high-fat Greek yogurt. As a non-dairy keto replacement, you can use coconut yogurt in place of it.
Free Keto Meal Plan:Â STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the olive oil in the pan.
- Include the minced garlic and heat it slowly till smells good.
- Using a spatula, break up the ground lamb in the same skillet.
- Cook for eight to ten minutes till cooked and browned.
- Mix in the salt, cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, coriander, and oregano.
- Cook them for an extra two minutes to temper the spices.
- Take it away from the flame.
- Stir the Greek yogurt, salt, dill, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and garlic in a bowl till they are properly combined and cooled.
- Slowly heat the keto pitas, then open them carefully to make a cavity.
- Add the lamb filling to the cavity of every pita.
- Include the tzatziki in the filling.
- Put the fresh veggies and feta over the sauce.
- Top it with parsley and then serve quickly.
TIPS:
- Don’t cook the lamb for a long time because it dries up rapidly.
- Before assembling, taste the dish and adjust the seasoning as you want.
- We heat the pitas carefully to avoid cracking.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
LIGHT LUNCH:
- Greek Mezze Plate
- Mediterranean Salad Bowl
DINNER BOWLS:
- Roasted Veggie & Feta Bowl
- Lemon Garlic Chicken Bowl
KETO MEALS:
- Spiced Lamb Pita Boats
- Beef Kofta Skewers
SIDE DISHES:
- Cauliflower Rice Pilaf
- Lemon Herb Zucchini
MEDITERRANEAN RECIPES:
- Greek Salad with Olives
- Tzatziki & Veggie Platter
STORAGE INFORMATION:
REFRIGERATION:
- Keep the cooked lamb in a closed vessel for two to three days. Tzatziki reatin it’s fresh texture for almost two days.
FREEZING:
- Store this lamb filling for 50-60 days. Never freeze fresh veggies or tzatziki.
FAQs:
May I utilize lettuce rather than pita?
- Sure, you can add iceberg or romaine leaves; both work properly, and they are good for a keto diet.
Will I make a non-dairy version?
- You can substitute with the non-dairy cheese or skip the feta and use the coconut yogurt.
Does this dish contain a spicy taste?
- Yes, it has a warm spicy flavor. You can use chili flakes if you want to add more spiciness.
Free Keto Meal Plan:Â STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
No. of calories: 520 kcal
Sodium: 680 mg
Net carbs: 6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 3 g
Fats: 38 g
Proteins: 32 g
One single portion: 1 lamb pita boat
Total carbs: 8 g
