This is handheld, homework-fuelling gold. Quick to make and fun to eat with all the flavors of authentic Greek souvlaki.
40 mins total time
40 mins active time
Easy
Serves 4
Ingredients
Measurements:
1 lb baby potatoes
cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tsp dried oregano
divided
2 tsp kosher salt
divided
3 tbsp olive oil
divided
1 lb ground lamb
⅔ cup (1¾ oz) grated parmesan
⅓ cup (¾ oz) panko breadcrumbs
1 large egg
Freshly ground black pepper
to season
1 red onion
sliced
7 oz grape tomatoes
4 x 6-inch pita bread
warmed
2 Persian cucumbers
chopped
For the yogurt sauce
¾ cup (6¼ oz) plain Greek-style yogurt
1 clove garlic
minced
½ tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp finely shredded mint
Instructions
1Place the potatoes, half the oregano, half the salt and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a bowl and toss to coat. Transfer to the roasting pan.
2Place the lamb, remaining oregano and salt, parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg and pepper in a bowl and using your hands, mix to combine.
3Using a tablespoon measure, roll 2 tablespoons of the lamb mixture into balls and place on a tray. You should have approximately 20 balls.
Tip: The meatballs can be refrigerated at this point if you're not cooking them straight away.
4Insert the oven rack into position 2 Down. Set the oven to Air Fry, Super Convection, 425°F, for 30 minutes and press Start to preheat. Meanwhile, continue to the next step.
5Place the onion and tomatoes in a large bowl, add the remaining oil and toss to coat.
6Once preheated, place the potatoes in the oven and air fry for 30 minutes. When the oven signals, using a spatula turn the potatoes, add the onion and tomatoes and top with the meatballs. Return to the oven and continue cooking. Meanwhile, prepare the yogurt sauce.
7To make the yogurt sauce, place the yogurt, garlic, salt and mint in a bowl and mix to combine.
8The meatballs should be golden brown and read 160°F when tested with a meat thermometer. If not, press A Bit More.
9Halve the pita to create a handy pocket. Fill with the veggies and golden meatballs, then top with the cucumber and yogurt sauce. Time to dig in!