Gyros Pita
Transport yourself to the sun-drenched streets of Greece with this Gyros Pita recipe, a deliciously authentic take on the iconic Mediterranean street food. Tender, marinated pork shoulder infused with aromatic oregano, thyme, and a hint of zesty lemon forms the star of this dish, perfectly seared for a juicy, flavorful bite. Nestled into warm, fluffy pita bread alongside crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy red onions, this wrap is elevated with creamy tzatziki sauce and a sprinkle of feta cheese. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing platter for entertaining. Pair with a side of golden fries or a Greek salad, and enjoy a true feast bursting with bold, classic flavors. Keywords: Gyros Pita, Mediterranean street food, authentic Greek recipe, marinated pork, tzatziki sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams pork shoulder
- 60 ml olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 30 ml lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 0.5 medium cucumber
- 200 grams tzatziki sauce
- 4 pieces pita breads
- 100 grams feta cheese
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
Instructions
Begin by preparing the marinade for the pork. Mince the garlic cloves and mix them in a large bowl with olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Slice the pork shoulder into thin strips and add them to the marinade. Mix well to ensure the pork is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
While the pork is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Thinly slice the red onion, dice the tomatoes, and slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
Once marinated, heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork strips and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned and cooked through.
While the pork is cooking, warm the pita breads. This can be done in a dry pan or by wrapping them in foil and placing them in a pre-heated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes.
To assemble the gyros, lay a leaf of lettuce on each pita bread. Spoon an even amount of cooked pork onto the lettuce, then add the sliced red onions, diced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and crumble a small amount of feta cheese on top.
Add a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce over the fillings.
Wrap the pita around the fillings and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2828 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.7 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.9 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 5784 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.2 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 170.0 g | 340% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 947 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 3411 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
