How to Make Venison Gyros - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Greek cuisine, one dish that stands out for its delicious and unique flavors is the gyro. Traditionally made with lamb or beef, gyros are a popular street food in Greece and have gained popularity around the world. This recipe puts a twist on the classic gyro by using venison, a lean and flavorful meat that’s perfect for grilling.

Venison is the meat from deer, and it’s known for its rich, gamey flavor. When marinated and grilled, venison becomes tender and juicy, mak...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons dried marjoram
  • 2 teaspoons ground dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 pounds venison, cut into 1/4 thick strips
  • 1 (12 ounce) package pita breads, warmed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 sandwiches

  • Whisk together the olive oil, cumin, garlic, marjoram, rosemary, oregano, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add the venison strips, and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the venison strips, a half pound at a time, until the venison has browned on the outside and is no longer pink on the inside, about 8 minutes. Pile the meat onto warmed pitas to serve.
  • Nutrition

    432 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 159mg
    • Sodium: 384mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 48g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 96mg
    • Iron: 10mg
    • Potassium: 597mg