Authentic Greek Gyro

Ingredients

Pita bread

4 pieces

Salt and pepper

to taste

Dried oregano

1 teaspoon

Fresh parsley

1/2 cup, chopped

Cucumber

1, thinly sliced

Tomato

1, thinly sliced

Red onion

1, thinly sliced

Lamb or chicken

1 pound, thinly sliced

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Lemon juice

1 tablespoon

Greek yogurt

1 cup

Instructions

1. Prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Mix well and place it in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld together.
2. Create a marinade for the meat by combining olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl. Add the thinly sliced lamb or chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Allow the meat to marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
3. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated meat for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until it's cooked through and has a nice sear.
4. Briefly warm the pita bread in a toaster or on the grill until it's soft and pliable.
5. Assemble your gyro by spreading a generous amount of the chilled tzatziki sauce onto each warmed pita bread. Add the cooked meat, and top with the thinly sliced red onion, tomato, cucumber, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
6. Fold the pita bread in half and serve immediately. Enjoy the burst of flavors from this authentic Greek delight!