Beef Gyro

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds flank steak
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 4 large pita breads
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 head of lettuce, shredded
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• Tzatziki sauce, for serving

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Season the flank steak with oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
3. Grill the steak for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked to desired doneness.
4. Let the steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
5. To assemble the gyros, place a pita bread on a plate, top with sliced steak, onion, tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce, and feta cheese.
6. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and enjoy.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 600
• Protein: 40 grams
• Carbohydrates: 70 grams
• Fat: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful beef
• Vibrant and fresh vegetables
• Aromatic herbs and spices
• Authentic Greek flavors

User Comments:

• "This beef gyro was absolutely delicious! The meat was so tender and juicy, and the combination of flavors was perfect."
• "I love how easy it is to make these gyros. They're perfect for a quick and casual meal."
• "The tzatziki sauce really brings the dish together. It's creamy and tangy, and it complements the gyro perfectly."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use flank steak for a more tender result.
• If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the steak in a hot skillet.
• Let the steak rest before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute.
• To make your own tzatziki sauce, combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.