Haute Cuisine Gyros

Ingredients

While the original Greek Gyros is typically served as a street food, our haute cuisine adaptation focuses on elevating the presentation and refining the flavors. We incorporate gourmet ingredients and employ advanced cooking techniques to create a more refined and elegant dish. We alse have the original recipe for Gyros, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) lamb leg, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) lamb leg, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 pita breads 4 pita breads
• 200g (7 oz) Greek yogurt 200g (7 oz) Greek yogurt
• 1 cucumber, finely diced 1 cucumber, finely diced
• 1 tomato, finely diced 1 tomato, finely diced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• Fresh mint leaves, for garnish Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat: 20g (Saturated Fat: 7g)
• Carbohydrates: 30g (Sugars: 5g)
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the olive oil, dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. 2.
   Add the sliced lamb to the bowl and coat it thoroughly with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for enhanced flavor.
3. 3.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated lamb slices for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
4. 4.
   Warm the pita breads on the grill for a few seconds on each side.
5. 5.
   In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to make the tzatziki sauce.
6. 6.
   To assemble the gyros, spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on each warm pita bread. Top with the grilled lamb slices, diced tomato, sliced red onion, and fresh mint leaves.
7. 7.
   Roll up the pita bread tightly, enclosing the filling. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
8. 8.
   Serve the haute cuisine gyros immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Lamb leg — For the best results, choose a tender cut of lamb leg and slice it thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
• Greek yogurt — Opt for full-fat Greek yogurt to achieve a creamy and rich tzatziki sauce.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra touch of elegance, consider grilling the pita breads until they have a slight char for added flavor.
• Experiment with different herbs and spices in the marinade to customize the flavor profile of the gyros.
• If lamb is not your preference, you can substitute it with chicken or beef for a different twist.
• Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the tzatziki sauce for a refreshing citrus note.
• Serve the haute cuisine gyros with a side of gourmet fries or a mixed greens salad for a complete meal.

Serving advice

Present the haute cuisine gyros on a rectangular plate, garnished with a sprig of fresh mint and a drizzle of olive oil. Accompany it with a small ramekin of tzatziki sauce for dipping.

Presentation advice

Arrange the sliced gyros neatly on the pita bread, ensuring that the ingredients are evenly distributed. Roll the pita bread tightly and slice it diagonally for an elegant presentation.