Slow cook Greek tacos with lamb! Lamb is a great alternative to your ordinary beef tacos! Easy to make in the clay pot or slow cooker, plus a healthy source and a great source of protein. These lamb tacos are a delicious and nutritious meal when topped with shredded feta cheese and salad! Serve with gluten-free tortillas or corn tortillas!
The inspiration behind these slow cook tacos! Here’s
the thing. We miss New Zealand. I like it a LOT! In fact, we are on a quest to get back there. Ahh, yes, the beauty and simplicity of that country. And since my husband is from the South Island, we often receive care packages filled with his favorite family treats. They are very attentive and know exactly when my husband (aka kiwi) needs his licorice and marmite fix!
One of the things I like to do when we both miss New Zealand is to make a healthy meal with lamb, because in New Zealand, lamb is popular, delicious and it’s a very nutritious meal. Besides, I really can’t make a full meal of licorice and marmite, yet, haha! The nostalgic food (lamb) I prepare for him is not prepared as they do in New Zealand, but it is the thought that counts. Right? So today we’re putting a spin on three of my favorite dishes (and my husband’s favorites)…
Lamb tacos inspired by the Mediterranean!
But wait, it gets better. These are…
TACOS slow cooker!
A bit of
Mexican (taco style) plus a bit of Mediterranean/Greek. Greek marinade with red pepper, olive and feta dressing. Slow-cooked lamb (think Kleftiko), a simmered lamb dish! Also, lamb is a big hit (custom) in New Zealand, where my husband is from. is a specialty in Greece. Do I get wife bonus points for that? Say yes!
These types of “cultural fusion” foods are my favorite! Not to mention, it’s easy to make and eat. Slow cookers are great for making meat more tender and easier to digest. Also, slow cooking can really improve the flavors of the meat. You know I’m all about slow cooker recipes these days anyway.
This is what you need!
GREEK TACO INGREDIENTS:
- Creamy Balsamic Dressing of Ground Lamb (this homemade dressing with Greek yogurt looks good!)
- Sun-dried tomatoes and/or fresh cherry tomatoes
- Black olives
- Feta and tzatziki sauce
- Fresh basil
- Garlic and red onion
- Gluten-free tortillas or corn tortillas. Heck, you could even make these “gyroscopes” style my grain-free Naan bread
- Grated lettuce or cabbage
How to make greco tacos with lamb
Simmered Simple. Brown the meat in a pan. Then mix it in the clay pot with your marinade and seasonings. Let the meat cook for a few hours while you do other things, VOILA!
Just before serving, heat tortillas or flatbread. I think giving them a good charr over the gas oven is best. Extra crispy on the outside, soft in the middle.
Stuff those taco shells with slow-cooked lamb, tomatoes, salad, basil, olive, and top with feta cheese! Bam, taco night with a twist! Not to mention easy meal preparation.
Other ways to use slow-cooked lamb:
- In a casserole or tex mex soup
- Add a frittata
- Pizza toppingLoaded
- Greek salad!
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To sum up —> We miss New Zealand. We love lamb. We love Greek food and tacos! And I love my slow cooker.
Now there’s a crazy Cotter post for you! Let’s eat!
What is your food that you prepare when you feel homesick? Love lamb or tacos like we do?
Not bad!
LC
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