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Gyro Wrap
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb of lamb or beef, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita bread or flatbreads
- 1 cup of shredded lettuce
- 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup of tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup of olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Add the thinly sliced lamb or beef and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated meat and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked and slightly crispy. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Warm the pita bread or flatbreads in the skillet for 1-2 minutes on each side.
- To assemble the gyro wraps, place a generous amount of the cooked meat on each pita bread, top with shredded lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
- Fold the sides of the pita bread over the filling and roll it up tightly.
- Serve the gyro wraps immediately and enjoy!
The Gyro Wrap, a beloved Greek street food, has a rich history dating back to the 1920s when Greek immigrants introduced it to America. The dish features succulent slices of seasoned meat, typically lamb, beef, or chicken, wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and tangy tzatziki sauce. The gyro's popularity quickly spread across the US, becoming a staple in Greek restaurants and food trucks. Today, the best Gyro Wraps can be found in Greek neighborhoods like Astoria in New York City or Chicago's Greektown. The key to a perfect Gyro Wrap lies in the tender, well-seasoned meat and the creamy, garlicky tzatziki sauce. Traditional methods of cooking the meat on a vertical rotisserie are also essential for an authentic flavor.
35 min
4
450 calories
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