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PRACTICAL WALKTHROUGH · PARAMETERS · COMMON MISTAKES
Greek gyro is seasoned meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie and served in pita with toppings.
Origin: Greek people (20th century) — Greece
See full technique reference →Marination with olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, and yogurt lowers the pH to 4.5‑5.0, activating proteolytic enzymes that tenderize the protein. During high‑heat surface cooking, a Maillard reaction forms melanoidins and volatile flavor compounds, while fat rendering contributes to juiciness.
Primary Reaction
Maillard reaction and proteolytic tenderization
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