Gyro Pita Sandwich New Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Gyro Meat
For the Tzatziki Sauce
For Assembly
Method
Cooking the Gyro Meat
- 1
Prepare the Meat Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb and ground beef. Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- 2
Making the Tzatziki Sauce
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, and salt. Stir well until all ingredients are mixed smoothly.
- 4
Chill the Sauce
Cover the tzatziki sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Assembling the Gyro Pita Sandwich
- 5
Prepare the Pita
Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until soft and pliable.
- 6
Fill the Pita
Slice the cooked gyro meat and place it inside the warm pita. Top with sliced tomato, red onion, shredded lettuce, crumbled feta cheese, and a generous drizzle of tzatziki sauce.
- 7
Serve
Wrap the pita sandwich in parchment paper or foil for easier handling and serve immediately.
