Gyros in Pita

Name: Gyros in Pita
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 800 g pork shoulder, thinly sliced; 4 pcs pita bread; 1 pc cucumber; 500 g Greek yogurt; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp dried oregano; 0.5 tsp dried thyme; 0.5 tsp smoked paprika; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 2 pcs tomatoes, sliced; 1 pc red onion, thinly sliced; 0.5 head iceberg lettuce, shredded; 4 pcs medium potatoes (optional, for fries)

Difficulty

easy

Time

1h 35m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Taste one of the most beloved Greek street foods, gyros in pita! This recipe brings the Mediterranean flavors right into your home, with fresh vegetables, seasoned meat, and creamy tzatziki. It's a perfect choice for a quick yet satisfying lunch or dinner that will surely transport you to a Greek island. Easily prepare this mouth-watering dish and enjoy it with your family or friends!

Steps

Marinate the Meat

In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the thinly sliced pork shoulder and mix thoroughly to coat all the meat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate for 1-2 hours.

Prepare Tzatziki

Grate the cucumber, then squeeze out any excess water. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated cucumber, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.

Prepare Vegetables

Slice the tomatoes and red onion into thin rings. Shred the iceberg lettuce. If you're making fries, peel and cut the potatoes into sticks.

Cook Meat and Fries

Heat a little olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated meat and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently. If making fries, deep-fry or bake the potatoes until golden and crispy, about 15-20 minutes.

Warm Pita and Assemble

Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until soft and lightly toasted. Spread tzatziki inside the pita, pile on the cooked meat, then add tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce. Roll it up or fold it in half, and serve immediately.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 400g / 14.1 oz
Calories	280 kcal	1120 kcal
Protein	18g	72g
Fat	15g	60g
Carbohydrate	18g	72g
Fiber	2g	8g
Sugar	2g	8g

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Gyros in Pita

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Time

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ingredients

Steps

Marinate the Meat

Prepare Tzatziki

Prepare Vegetables

Cook Meat and Fries

Warm Pita and Assemble

Extra Tips

► You can marinate the meat for at least 30 minutes, or even several hours in the fridge, for deeper flavors.

► If you're short on time, you can use store-bought frozen fries, or serve it with rice instead.

► Warm the pita bread in a pan or toaster until it's crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

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