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    Accueil » Recipes » Main course » Meat and chicken

    Greek lamb Gyros

    Publié le : Aug 6, 2022 · Modifié le : Nov 12, 2023 par Marie · Leave a Comment

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    I sometimes go to Greece in the summer, and what a pleasure it is to find gyros, those delicious Greek sandwiches made with pita bread, vegetables and tzatziki. Spices and herbs are added, and it's often served with French fries.

    Gyros with tomatoes, feta, pork, cucumber and herbs.

    It's an emblematic dish of Greek street-food, and can even be found in some restaurants. Gourmet and hearty, gyros perfumes the streets of Greece with its tantalizing aroma. As soon as you see this colorful sandwich, believe me, you'll succumb to temptation!

    💙 Why you'll love them

    • They take you all the way to Greece
    • They're really delicious and super convenient to eat/transport.
    • They are enjoyed by young and old alike

    🧄 Which garlic to buy?

    If you want to choose your garlic carefully so you do not encourage the slavery of Chinese prisoners, read my Eco Tips on the subject.

    💡 Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the difference between a kebab and a gyros?

    Doner kebab, a Turkish specialty, is very similar to gyros. They are differentiated by the meat (there is very rarely pork in a kebab) and by the sauces (a gyros has a tzatziki sauce whereas a kebab uses white sauce, as well as other sauces such as barbecue sauce, samurai sauce, etc.).

    What kind of meat goes into gyros?

    It's often pork. I wanted to change things up and suggest lamb, but you could also use chicken.

    What to serve with gyros?

    It is often served with French fries. At home, you can also eat it with rice.

    🇬🇷 Other Greek gems

    • Ktipiti: Greek spread with peppers and feta cheese
    • Rizogalo: creamy rice pudding with orange blossom
    • Souvlaki: pork skewers with grilled vegetables

    If you make these gyros, it would be so nice to leave me a comment and rate the recipe ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. You can also tag me on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook or Tik Tok, or even send me a photo, I love seeing my little dishes in your homes!

    📖 Recette

    Gyros avec tomates, feta, porc, concombre et herbes dans une assiette sur une chaise.
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    Greek lamb Gyros

    Gyros as if you were in Greece, with pan-fried summer vegetables, lamb and a delicious lemon sauce with yogurt and herbs.
    Servings 4 servings
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Resting time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 55 minutes mins

    Ingredients

    • 4 pitas
    • 1.9 lb lamb shoulder boneless
    • 2 cups Greek yogurt
    • 2 tablespoons ground coriander
    • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
    • 1 large garlic clove
    • 1 small lime
    • 10 mint leaves
    • 10 basil leaves
    • 2 tablespoons thyme
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 yellow bell pepper
    • ¾ cup feta cheese
    • 1 cucumber
    • 1 large tomato
    • 1 large tomato
    • Salt
    • Pepper
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Coarsely chop the lamb, if you haven't already done so. Place in a bowl with one quarter of Greek yoghurt, ground cilantro, oregano, minced or pressed garlic, salt and pepper.
    • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1h30 (overnight is even better).
    • Slice the yellow bell pepper and sauté in a pan with a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper over high heat. After 5 minutes, turn down the heat to medium and add the lamb and marinade.
    • Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently. Meanwhile, dice the tomatoes and cucumber and set aside.
    • In a bowl, mix the remaining Greek yoghurt with the chopped herbs (mint, basil and thyme), lime juice, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust if necessary.
    • You can fill the pitas with the vegetables and meat, or place the whole thing on top. Crumble the feta in or on top, add a few fresh herbs, the yoghurt sauce and enjoy!
    Author: Marie Compain
    Calories: 514kcal
    Course: Main course, Meat
    Cuisine: Greek
    Keyword: delicious, easy, street-food

    Nutrition

    Calories: 514kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 657mg | Potassium: 881mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 580IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 361mg | Iron: 6mg

    This post may contain affiliate links, which means I’ll receive a commission if you purchase through my links, at no extra cost to you. Please read full disclosure for more information.

    More Greece

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    • Authentic easy Spanakopita
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    About Marie

    Marie Compain est la fondatrice, créatrice de recettes et photographe culinaire de Marie Food Tips. Depuis 2021, Marie partage ses recettes faciles et familiales, toujours gourmandes et bourrées de saveurs, pour la vie quotidienne ou les occasions plus spéciales.

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