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Nancy's Greek Food BlogGreek Gyro: Fast Food at its Best In Greek, the word "gyro" (γύρο, say: YEE-roh) means "turn" or "revolution," and that's just what this fabulous cone of pork does on an upright rotisserie grill. While other versions of gyro are similar to the Turkish döner kebap or the Middle Eastern shawarma which are made with lamb and/or beef (sometimes ground), goat, or, chicken, this version is made with thin slices of pork stacked in a gyro cone.
Gyro sandwiches (shortened to just "gyro") are made to order. "The works" include tzatziki or plain thick yogurt, tomatoes, onions, a healthy helping of gyro meat, and french fries, wrapped in pita bread. The result is often a sandwich so big that it requires a plan of attack! Gyro is a favorite street food, grabbed on the run, and many streetside gyro shops have tiny tables set out on the sidewalk for those who have a moment to sit.
If you just can't live without gyro cooked on a vertical rotisserie grill, keep in mind that the grill can be pretty pricey; however, Cruftbox says you can make your own. It appears to work... Learn how the pros make Greek gyro with these step-by-step photos - and for those who want a simple way to make Greek gyro at home:
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