Ultimate Homemade Gyros Juicy Crisp with Greek Flavor
Author:antaki
Total Time:1 hour 20 minutes
Yield:4-6 servings 1x
Description
Savor juicy crispy homemade gyros bursting with authentic Greek flavor Discover the secrets to creating these delicious wraps at home
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds of boneless lamb shoulder or chicken thighs
4 cloves of fresh garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
1 clove of garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
4–6 pita breads
Fresh tomatoes, diced
Red onion, thinly sliced
Fresh lettuce or arugula
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the minced garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. Add the lamb or chicken and coat it well with the spices. Cover and let marinate in the fridge for at least an hour.
While the meat is marinating, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, and dill in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate.
Preheat the grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the meat for about 5-7 minutes per side for chicken or 8-10 minutes per side for lamb until charred and cooked.
Let the cooked meat rest for a few minutes and then slice it thinly against the grain.
Warm the pita bread on the grill or in a dry skillet until pliable.
Assemble the gyros with sliced meat, tzatziki, and your choice of toppings, then roll and serve.
Notes
Delicious homemade gyros recipe that captures the flavors of Greece with juicy seasoned meat, fresh toppings, and homemade tzatziki sauce.
