A Pita Wrap Gyros Sandwich is a delicious and popular dish that typically consists of seasoned and grilled meat (often beef, lamb, or chicken) that is sliced and served in a pita bread with various toppings and sauces. Here’s a simple recipe for making a Pita Wrap Gyros Sandwich:
Ingredients:
For the Gyros Meat:
- 1 pound (450g) of thinly sliced lamb, beef, or chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pita Wrap:
- Pita bread
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced red onions
- Lettuce or shredded cabbage
Instructions:
- Marinate the Meat:
- In a bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the thinly sliced meat to the marinade, making sure each piece is well-coated.
- Marinate the meat for at least 30 minutes, or preferably longer for more flavor.
- Cook the Gyros Meat:
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated meat slices until fully cooked and slightly crispy on the edges.
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce:
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, chopped cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Assemble the Pita Wrap:
- Warm the pita bread in a pan or microwave.
- Spread a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce on the inside of the pita.
- Add a portion of the cooked gyro meat.
- Top with sliced tomatoes, red onions, and lettuce or shredded cabbage.
- Serve:
- Fold the pita bread over the filling to create a wrap.
- Serve the Pita Wrap Gyros Sandwich immediately, and enjoy!
Feel free to customize your Gyros Sandwich with additional toppings such as feta cheese, olives, or hot sauce according to your taste preferences.
