Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsTangiersThe Sultan Sandwich Recipe

The Sultan Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Tangiers
Time1h
Serves2

A double serving of gyros meat served on an open face pita with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, olives, feta cheese, and topped off with taziki sauce.

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Ingredients

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Gyros Meat

Vegetables & Toppings

Method

Prepare the Gyros Meat

  1. 1

    Mix the Meat

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, ground beef, minced garlic, chopped onion, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Shape the Meat

    Shape the mixture into thin patties or logs, about 1/2 inch thick.

  3. 3

    Cook the Meat

    Heat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.

  2. 5

    Chill the Sauce

    Cover and refrigerate the tzatziki sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Assemble the Sandwich

  1. 6

    Prepare the Pita

    Lightly toast the pita bread if desired. Place one piece of pita on a plate.

  2. 7

    Add Gyros Meat

    Slice the cooked gyros meat and place a generous amount on top of the pita.

  3. 8

    Layer the Vegetables

    Top the gyros meat with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, diced cucumber, sliced black olives, and crumbled feta cheese.

  4. 9

    Finish with Tzatziki

    Drizzle or dollop the chilled tzatziki sauce on top of the sandwich.

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