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Gyro Smash Burger Tacos

Cultural Context

The Gyro Smash Burger Tacos blend Greek and American culinary traditions, bringing together the flavors of a classic gyro and the casual appeal of a smash burger. Originating from the street food culture of Greece, gyros are traditionally made with seasoned meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie. This modern twist allows for a fun, handheld meal that celebrates both cultures. Today, variations of gyro-inspired dishes can be found worldwide, reflecting the global love for bold flavors and fusion cuisine.

GreekGRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground beef
4 pieces pita bread
1 cup tzatziki sauce
1 medium red onion
2 medium tomatoes
2 cups shredded lettuce
4 oz feta cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium cucumber
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon paprika

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tzatziki sauce

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt with herbs

💰Cheaper: sour cream with cucumber

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Ricotta is less expensive and still creamy

1

Divide and shape ground lamb into four balls.

2

Place the balls on a hot cast iron skillet.

3

Press each portion down with a tortilla to smash it.

4

Flip the tortilla over to give the shell a crunch.

5

Saute onions until softened.

6

Assemble the gyro taco with sautéed onions, lettuce, tomato, feta, and homemade tzatziki sauce.

7

Garnish with fresh dill before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinggrillingmixing

Equipment Needed

cast iron skillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Gyro TacosSmash Burger Tacos

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