Gyro Greek Sandwich

Gyro Greek Sandwich

Gyro Greek Sandwich

A classic Greek street food featuring seasoned meat, fresh tomatoes, onions, and creamy tzatziki sauce wrapped in warm pita bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 550cal
Carbohydrate: 45g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 25g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: – -mg

Difficulty Level: medium

20 min Prep
15 min Cook
35 min Total
4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground lamb or beef (or a mix)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 medium pita breads
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • For Tzatziki Sauce:
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber (squeezed dry)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp dried dill
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using paper towels. In a bowl, combine yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, and salt. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. In a bowl, mix ground meat with garlic powder, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Shape into 4 oval-shaped patties (like small meatloaves) for even cooking.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 160°F. Let rest 3 minutes, then slice thinly. Tip: Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure a good sear.
  4. Wrap pitas in aluminum foil and warm in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes, or heat in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side. Tip: Slightly toasting prevents tearing.
  5. Spread tzatziki on each pita. Add sliced meat, tomatoes, and onions. Fold and wrap the bottom in parchment paper for easy handling.
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