{"id":"recipe_0096a1e487","slug":"traditional-greek-gyros","title":"Traditional Greek Gyros","description":"Succulent, herb-marinated pork or chicken, thinly sliced and served in warm pita bread with creamy tzatziki, ripe tomatoes, and red onions.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":40,"totalMinutes":60,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"700g pork shoulder, thinly sliced","name":"Pork Shoulder","quantity":700,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.5,"usUnit":"lb","form":"thinly sliced","notes":"shoulder or neck; chicken thighs can be used as a substitute","group":"Meat","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"4 garlic cloves, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":4,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 tsp dried oregano","name":"Oregano","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"dried","notes":"Greek oregano preferred","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"60ml olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"extra virgin","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"30ml lemon juice","name":"Lemon Juice","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"freshly squeezed","notes":"from about half a lemon","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"4 pita breads","name":"Pita Bread","quantity":4,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"piece","form":"round","notes":"Greek-style non-pocket pita","group":"Serving","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"200g tzatziki sauce","name":"Tzatziki","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"chilled","notes":"","group":"Serving","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"2 medium tomatoes, sliced","name":"Tomato","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"sliced","notes":"ripe","group":"Serving","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 red onion, thinly sliced","name":"Red Onion","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"thinly sliced","notes":"red variety","group":"Serving","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried oregano. Add the sliced pork, ensuring every piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.","group":"Preparation","title":"Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried oregano","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Place the marinated meat on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes until the edges are crispy and golden brown.","group":"Cooking","title":"Preheat your oven","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"While the meat cooks, lightly brush the pita breads with a little olive oil and warm them in a pan over medium heat for 1 minute per side until soft and pliable.","group":"Assembly","title":"While the meat cooks, lightly brush the pita breads","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"To assemble, spread a generous tablespoon of tzatziki down the center of each warm pita. Top with a portion of the roasted meat, sliced tomatoes, and red onions. Roll the pita tightly, wrapping the bottom in parchment paper or foil to hold it together.","group":"Assembly","title":"To assemble, spread a generous tablespoon of tzatziki down the center of each…","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"}],"notes":"For the most authentic flavor, allow the meat to marinate for at least 2 hours. If you don't have a vertical rotisserie, roasting the meat in a compact bundle or pan-searing thin slices works perfectly.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["roast"],"equipment":["Baking sheet","Mixing bowl","Frying pan"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"wrap","note":"4 large pita wraps"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The meat can be marinated up to 24 hours in advance. The tzatziki sauce can also be prepared a day ahead."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover meat and vegetables separately in airtight containers.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat meat in a pan over medium heat to maintain crispiness."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_0096a1e487%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=602fc688-138f-40f3-9400-40973c003f99","imageAlt":"Traditional Greek Gyros — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["gyros","greek","wrap","pita","pork","street food"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Traditional Greek Gyros","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T01:34:09.945Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T01:34:09.945Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_93cd8cc1d5","slug":"foul-mudammas-egyptian-b0a2d1a5","title":"Quick Foul Mudammas with Canned Fava Beans","description":"A traditional Egyptian and Mediterranean breakfast staple made from slow-cooked fava beans, seasoned with garlic, lemon, and high-quality olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Egyptian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","mediterranean","high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_93cd8cc1d5%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5f51ba9c-cd23-448e-9c6a-c10cf077e07d","imageAlt":"Quick Foul Mudammas with Canned Fava Beans — recipe cover","tags":["fava beans","egyptian breakfast","healthy","high protein","vegan"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":4},{"id":"recipe_e90a4fd311","slug":"kagianas","title":"Kagianas","description":"A traditional Greek breakfast delight featuring vine-ripened tomatoes and creamy feta cheese scrambled with fresh eggs for a Mediterranean start to your day.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_e90a4fd311%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b290bd3d-1e1d-42f8-8a20-bcfda19a5c6e","imageAlt":"Kagianas — recipe cover","tags":["eggs","tomato","feta","greek","mediterranean","healthy","quick"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":6},{"id":"menemen_a62c2fd7c2","slug":"menemen","title":"Menemen","description":"A classic Turkish breakfast dish consisting of eggs, tomatoes, and green peppers, traditionally served in a metal skillet with crusty bread.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","low_carb","gluten_free","mediterranean"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fmenemen_a62c2fd7c2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e9e71400-16af-40b7-bac9-bd5fd60261a7","imageAlt":"Menemen — recipe cover","tags":["turkish breakfast","eggs","tomatoes","vegetarian","healthy","quick"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":5}]}