Gyro
Gyros are a popular Greek dish that typically consists of meat, usually lamb, beef, or chicken, cooked on a vertical rotisserie. The meat is thinly sliced and served in a pita or flatbread with tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki sauce. The origins of gyros can be traced back to Greece, where it is a staple street food and fast food option.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) thinly sliced lamb or beef
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Sea salt and pepper to taste
Tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Pita bread
Sliced tomatoes
Sliced onions
Sliced cucumbers
Lettuce
Instructions
In a bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, cumin, sea salt, and pepper. Add the sliced lamb or beef and coat well with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated meat in batches until cooked through and slightly charred, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
Warm the pita bread either on the grill or in the oven.
Assemble your gyros by placing some sliced meat in the center of a piece of warm pita bread. Top with tzatziki sauce, sliced tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and lettuce.
Roll up the pita bread to form a wrap, securing with foil or parchment paper if needed.
Enjoy!
Feel free to customize your gyros with your favorite toppings and enjoy this flavorful Greek dish at home!
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Gyro