Impossible™ Gyro

by Impossible Foods Chef J. Michael Melton

Imperfect is delighted to finally offer plant-based meat from Impossible Foods to our customers. To celebrate this partnership and help you get cooking, we’re sharing some of our favorite recipes featuring the Impossible™ Burger.

Gyros are a delightful street food that’s at home in any kitchen. There’s no lamb in this recipe, but we bet you won’t even miss it.

Ingredients

For the Gyro

• 1 package Impossible Burger*
• 2 tsp cumin*
• 1 Tbsp onion powder
• 2 tsp fresh oregano
• 2 tsp dried thyme
• 1 Tbsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp dried parsley
• 2 tsp rosemary* (fresh or dried)

For the Tzatziki Sauce

• 1/4 cucumber, diced*
• 2 tsp fresh dill, minced*
• 1 clove garlic, minced*
• 1/2 c plain yogurt*
• 1 tsp lemon juice*
• 1 tsp olive oil*

For Building Your Gyros

• 1/4 c cherry tomatoes*
• 1/4 red onion*
• 3 pita breads*

*Ingredient available at Imperfect Foods

Instructions

• Cook the Impossible: Mix all the spices and combine them with the Impossible™ Burger. Form into flat oval pieces. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and sear 2-3 minutes on each side.
• Make tzatziki sauce: Peel and finely dice the cucumber and mince garlic and dill. Combine with yogurt and lemon juice — whisk until well incorporated. Add the oil slowly until fully incorporated and emulsified. (Make it 100% plant-based with plant-based yogurt.)
• Assemble the gyros: Slice the cherry tomatoes and ¼ of a red onion. Top each pita with gyro meat, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and tzatziki sauce.
• Serve, share, and enjoy! This recipe makes three delicious gyros.

Gyro Notes and Variations

• Pair your gyro with a side of grilled eggplant for a delicious and complete meal.
• Is eggplant not your thing? Try enjoying your Gyros with some grilled fennel. Fennel is one of our favorite underdog vegetables.