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Gyros
Greek spit-roasted meat in warm pita with tzatziki and vegetables. Juicy and herbaceous.
25
Prep (min)
20
Cook (min)
45
Total (min)
4
Servings
Health Score75/100
Ingredients
- •1 lb Ground lamb
- •1 lb Ground beef
- •1 large Onion
- •6 cloves Garlic
- •2 tsp Oregano
- •1 tsp Cumin
- •1 tsp Paprika
- •2 tsp Salt
- •1 cup Greek yogurt
- •1 medium Cucumber
- •4 pieces Pita bread
- •2 medium Tomatoes
Instructions
- 1
Mix lamb beef onion garlic spices
💡 Do not overmix
- 2
Form into log shape on skewer
💡 Compact tightly
- 3
Grill rotating 15-20 minutes
💡 Cooks evenly
- 4
Make tzatziki yogurt cucumber garlic dill
💡 Strain excess water
- 5
Slice gyro meat thin
💡 Sharp knife
- 6
Wrap pita breads in damp paper towels and microwave for 20 seconds, or heat directly over a gas flame for 30 seconds per side until puffy and charred.
💡 Pocket for filling
- 7
Assemble with meat tzatziki tomatoes onion
💡 Layer flavors
- 8
Serve immediately while hot, garnished with fresh herbs or appropriate accompaniments as desired.
💡 Fresh herbs add brightness and visual appeal - presentation matters as much as flavor.