Gyro
Gyro is a popular Greek dish consisting of meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie, typically served wrapped in pita bread with tomato, onion, and tzatziki sauce. It is a flavorful, savory street food that reflects Greece's blend of Mediterranean ingredients and Ottoman culinary influences.
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Ingredients
- 500g
- 4 pieces
- 1 medium, sliced
- 1 small, sliced
- 1/2 cup
- 2 tbsp
- 1 tsp
- 2 cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp
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Greek
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Last updated 4/1/2026
The gyro originated in Greece in the early 20th century, inspired by the Turkish döner kebab, adapted with local Greek ingredients and flavors to become a staple of Greek fast food culture.
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