How do you make a gyro?

Answer:

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 1/2 pounds of boneless pork loin, shoulder, or fresh ham
  • white wine vinegar
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  • Seasoning Mixture:
  • 3 tablespoons of salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons of sweet paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon of finely crushed (powdered) Greek oregano (rigani)
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  • For Sandwiches:
  • 6 pieces of thin pita bread
  • 1/2 cup of tzatziki (see below)
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • french fries (optional)
  • olive oil

PREPARATION:

Make the Gyro Meat:

In a small bowl combine paprika, salt, pepper, and oregano.

Slice the meat against the grain as thin as possible and pound with a meat mallet to less than 1/4-inch thick. In a flat-bottomed container, arrange one layer of slices, sprinkle liberally with seasoning mixture, then with a little vinegar. Spread the vinegar over the meat so that all pieces are moistened. Add layers, spices, and vinegar until all the meat has been marinated. Cover and refrigerate for 1/2 hour to 2 hours.

Note: If there's any seasoning mix left over, store in an airtight jar and use again for gyro or as a rub for pork souvlaki.

Make the tzatziki and french fries.

Remove meat from the refrigerator and slice into strips about 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch wide and 2 to 2 1/2 inches long. Dry fry (without any oil) in a non-stick frying pan until browned and slightly crisp.

Alternate cooking methods: Do not cut the meat into strips before cooking. Cook on the grill (or in a roasting pan in the oven) until the edges of the meat begin to crisp, then slice and serve.
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