Grilled Skirt Steak Gyros
These grilled skirt steak gyros are packed with juicy, smoky steak, fresh toppings, and creamy tzatziki, all wrapped in warm pita bread. This easy Mediterranean-inspired recipe is perfect for quick dinners or summer grilling, delivering bold flavor and tender steak in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs skirt steak
- 4 –6 pita breads
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- Optional: cucumber lettuce, feta cheese
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Rub marinade over the skirt steak and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to high heat (about 450°F).
- Grill steak for 3–5 minutes per side until desired doneness.
- Remove and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice steak thinly against the grain.
- Warm pita bread.
- Fill pita with steak, tomatoes, onion, and toppings.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and serve.
Notes
- Do not overcook skirt steak to keep it tender.
- Always slice against the grain for best texture.
- Marinate longer for deeper flavor.
- Add extra sauce for more moisture and taste.