Homemade hamburger, peppers, and onion gyros offer a delightful twist on the traditional Greek gyro. Using ground beef shaped into patties and served with sautéed vegetables and a creamy sauce, all wrapped in a soft pita, this recipe combines familiar flavors in a novel way. Here’s how to make these tasty gyros:
Ingredients
For the Gyros:
- Ground Beef: 1 pound (you can also use ground lamb or a mix for a more authentic flavor)
- Onion: 1 large, thinly sliced
- Bell Peppers: 2 (one red, one green), thinly sliced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Pita Bread: 4 to 6 rounds
- Olive Oil: For cooking
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon (optional, for seasoning the meat)
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- Greek Yogurt: 1 cup
- Cucumber: 1 small, grated and excess water squeezed out
- Garlic: 1 clove, minced
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon
- Fresh Dill: 2 tablespoons, finely chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
Tools
- Skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board