Gyros
Gyros are a traditional Greek sandwich. Gyros means “turn” or “revolution” in Greek.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 52 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Stovetop or Grill
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Gyros
1 pound chicken, pork or lamb, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
Cucumber and Yogurt Sauce
4 ounces plain low fat yogurt
1/4 cup seeded and finely chopped cucumber
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1/2 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
Assembly
Pita bread or flatbreads
Sliced tomatoes
Sliced red onions
Fresh lettuce or arugula
Feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Gyros
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, coriander, onion powder, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Add the sliced meat and toss to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally a few hours.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated meat until crisply browned and cooked through, about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the Cucumber and Yogurt Sauce.
Cucumber and Yogurt Sauce
Place all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix thoroughly.
Assembly
- Warm the pita bread.
- Spread Cucumber and Yogurt Sauce on the bread.
- Add cooked meat, tomatoes, onions, lettuce and feta cheese, if using.
- Roll up and serve.
Notes
Tzatziki can be substituted for the Cucumber and Yogurt Sauce.
Find it online: https://simplygreatrecipes.com/gyros/
