Gyro Sandwich Recipe
Gyro meat or grilled chicken with tomato, onion, & tzatziki sauce
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Ingredients
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Gyro Meat or Grilled Chicken
Vegetables
Tzatziki Sauce
Wrap
Method
Prepare the Gyro Meat or Grilled Chicken
- 1
For Gyro Meat
In a bowl, combine ground lamb or beef, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
- 3
For Grilled Chicken
If using chicken, marinate chicken breasts in olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes. Grill over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked; slice thinly.
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce
- 4
In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, and salt. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Assemble the Gyro Sandwich
- 5
Warm pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until soft.
- 6
Place a portion of the cooked gyro meat or grilled chicken on the pita.
- 7
Top with diced tomatoes, sliced red onion, and cucumber.
- 8
Drizzle tzatziki sauce generously over the top.
- 9
Fold the pita over the filling and enjoy your gyro sandwich!